According to Gossieaux and Moran, Which of the Following Statements

question 14

Multiple Choice

According to Gossieaux and Moran, which of the following statements is true of defenders-of-belief communities?

• A) They are open to changing their beliefs when confronted with contrary evidence.
• B) They are very effective for activities that involve innovation or problem solving.
• C) They make ineffective sales and marketing professionals.
• D) They seek conformity and want to convince others of the wisdom of their beliefs.

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Definitions:

Groupthink

A psychological phenomenon that occurs within a group of people, in which the desire for harmony or conformity results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

Cohesiveness

The quality of forming a united whole, often referring to the degree to which members of a group or organization stick together.

Environmental Factors

Aspects of the environment that can affect a person's health, behavior, and ability to function, or the external conditions that influence the outcomes of a business or project.

Unfavorable Public Images

Negative perceptions held by the public about an organization or individual, often due to controversies or mismanaged events.