Once Called the "Risky Shift" Phenomenon, Which of the Following

question 330

Multiple Choice

Once called the "risky shift" phenomenon, which of the following refers to the tendency for members involved in a group discussion to take somewhat more extreme positions and suggest riskier actions when compared to individuals who have NOT participated in a group discussion?

• A) social loafing
• B) social idleness
• C) group polarization
• D) cognitive dissonance

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