Groupthink Is Another Important Way to Understand Foreign Policy Decisions

question 44

Multiple Choice

Groupthink is another important way to understand foreign policy decisions and it occurs when

• A) members of a group interact with members of another group.
• B) a group quickly makes a decision without including views of others.
• C) a group reaches a decision through a thorough cost and benefit analysis of an issue.
• D) members of a group reach consensus only after reviewing all options.

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Definitions:

Perspectives

Different viewpoints or angles from which a situation, concept, or problem can be considered or analyzed.

High-Context Cultures

Cultures in which communication relies heavily on the context and non-verbal cues rather than solely on explicit words.

Low-Context Cultures

Cultures in which communication is expected to be explicit and direct, with less reliance on context, non-verbal cues, and background knowledge to convey meaning.

Adapting the Message

The process of modifying communication to better suit the audience or context in which it is received.