A Highly Cohesive Group Is Under a Lot of Pressure

question 484

Multiple Choice

A highly cohesive group is under a lot of pressure to develop a new antiviral drug. The group is moving toward a decision desired by the senior executive but during discussions the members withhold any doubts they may have.This reflects a symptom of groupthink known as

• A)the illusion of unanimity
• B)the use of mind guards
• C)applying direct pressure
• D)insulation
• E)self-censorship

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