The Leader of a Work Group Has Proposed a Solution

question 99

Multiple Choice

The leader of a work group has proposed a solution to a problem that some group members believe will have negative results. Instead of discussing their concerns, they do not want to challenge the leader's authority. The result is an unwise decision. The group experienced __________.

• A)the iron law of oligarchy
• B)self-fulfilling prophecy
• C)group conformity
• D)groupthink

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Definitions:

Financial Leverage

Financial leverage refers to the use of borrowed money (debt) to finance the acquisition of assets, with the expectation that the income or capital gain from the assets will exceed the cost of borrowing.