Groupthink is most likely to occur when:
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. A cohesive group puts agreement above critical evaluation of alternatives
- Step 1: Groupthink arises when the desire for harmony overrides realistic appraisal of options.
- Step 2: It is more likely in cohesive groups with strong leaders and little outside challenge.
Answer
A cohesive group puts agreement above critical evaluation of alternatives.
Why not the others: Diversity and challenge reduce groupthink. The group is large and meets only rarely: This is not a cause of groupthink. An outside challenge reduces groupthink.
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