Groupthink Refers to the Tendency of People in Groups to Suppress

question 30

True/False

Groupthink refers to the tendency of people in groups to suppress contrary opinions.

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Definitions:

Sensory Adaptation

The process by which sensory receptors become less sensitive to constant stimuli over time, allowing organisms to focus on changes in their environment.

Just Noticeable Difference

The minimal change in a stimulus that can just barely be detected by an organism.

Absolute Threshold

The minimum intensity of a stimulus that can be detected by an organism's sensory systems at least 50% of the time.

Wavelength

The distance between successive crests of a wave, especially points in a sound wave or electromagnetic wave.