According to Janis, Which of the Following Would Be the Least

question 401

Multiple Choice

According to Janis, which of the following would be the least likely to reduce or prevent the possibility of groupthink?

• A)Regularly encourage critical thinking
• B)Create groups that are low to moderate in cohesion
• C)Create sub-groups to see if they independently reach the same conclusions
• D)Bring in outsiders to offer their opinions

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