When a Group Exerts Such Strong Pressure to Conform That

question 21

Multiple Choice

When a group exerts such strong pressure to conform that it prevents people from expressing critical ideas,the group is suffering from __________.

• A)groupthink
• B)polarization
• C)risky shift
• D)deindividuation

Analyze the benefits and limitations of using emails in professional settings.

Differentiate between print text and online text characteristics, including their impact on communication.

Understand the classifications of email formality and how they apply in different contexts.

Assess the impact of instant messaging and text messaging in the business communication landscape.

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Definitions:

Consistency Motive

A desire to get feedback that confirms what the person already believes about himself or herself.

Standardized Exam

A type of test that is administered and scored in a consistent manner to ensure fairness and to measure students' performance against common criteria.

English Section

Typically refers to a component or part of a standardized test or examination that assesses language proficiency, especially in areas such as grammar, comprehension, and writing.

Self-Reference Effect

The tendency for individuals to better remember information when it is related personally to them.