On the Final Exam,William Was Asked to Define Groupthink

question 95

Multiple Choice

On the final exam,William was asked to define groupthink.Which of the following would he write?

• A) Groupthink is when an attitude becomes stronger in group presence.
• B) Groupthink is the tendency to do less when working in a group.
• C) Groupthink is agreeing with group members because you feel pressure to conform.
• D) Groupthink is the loss of identity due to being in a group situation.

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Definitions:

Working Backward

A problem-solving strategy where the solution is imagined first and then steps are deduced in reverse order to reach the starting point.

Well-Defined Endpoint

A clear and specific goal or outcome in a study or experiment that allows for the measure of success or failure.

Trial and Error

A problem-solving method involving repeated attempts to reach a solution, learning from failures until success is achieved.

Tool Kit

A set of tools or resources assembled for a specific purpose or task.