Before the Meeting, Each of Several City Council Members Was

question 20

Multiple Choice

Before the meeting, each of several city council members was tentatively considering an air pollution ordinance. After the meeting, they expressed strong support of the ordinance. This outcome is an example of

• A) group polarization.
• B) social loafing.
• C) a social dilemma.
• D) social facilitation.

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