Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Concept

question 114

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the concept of risky shift?

• A)It is the tendency to shift to a group that makes less risky decisions.
• B)It is the tendency for individuals to more willingly endorse riskier decisions when in a group than when they are alone.
• C)It refers to a person's risk of losing his or her of personal identity when he or she becomes a part of a group.
• D)It refers to each person's tendency to exert less effort in a group because of reduced accountability for individual effort.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

The feeling of discomfort caused by holding conflicting beliefs or values, or by acting in contradiction to one's beliefs.

Self-Monitoring

The tendency to regulate behavior to meet the demands of social situations.

Minimize Mistakes

The process or effort to reduce the number or severity of errors in a particular activity or process.

Romantic Ideals

Elevated and often unrealistic expectations about romantic relationships, emphasizing passion, commitment, and emotional intimacy.