Which of the Following Comments Is Most Likely to Be

question 163

Multiple Choice

Which of the following comments is most likely to be made in a group characterized by groupthink?

• A) "To proceed democratically,we need to know the honest opinions of all group members."
• B) "We all seem to be in basic agreement,so there's no sense in continuing our discussion of this issue."
• C) "Do any of you see any potential problem with our group's position?"
• D) "As a group,we have to think carefully about all the pros and cons surrounding this issue."

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