Which of the following is a step that supervisors can take to encourage more participation in a group meeting without it leading to the phenomenon of groupthink?
A) Designating a mindguard to urge other members to go along with the group
B) Criticizing anyone who plays the role of devil's advocate
C) Reacting positively when people contribute ideas
D) Asking questions indirectly and reacting dismissively to anyone who disagrees with the group's view

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Reacting positively to contributions from group members encourages continued participation and stimulates further discussion. Option A (designating a mindguard to urge conformity) contributes to groupthink, Option B (criticizing devil's advocacy) discourages participation, and Option D (reacting dismissively to dissension) also discourages participation and can lead to groupthink.

Which of the Following Is a Step That Supervisors Can