The members of Ike's fraternity think spending the entire activity fund for the cultural fest is reasonable. Ike does not think this is a good idea but he decides to keep quiet rather than offend his fraternity brothers and risk being ridiculed. This scenario illustrates a symptom of:
A) groupthink.
B) deindividuation.
C) the diffusion of responsibility.
D) the self-serving bias.

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This scenario illustrates the phenomenon of groupthink, which occurs when members of a group prioritize consensus and harmony over critical thinking and individual opinions. Ike does not voice his concerns out of fear of being rejected or ridiculed by the group, which is a common symptom of groupthink. The fact that the fraternity members think it is reasonable to spend the whole activity fund without considering the potential consequences or alternatives is a clear indication of groupthink.

The Members of Ike's Fraternity Think Spending the Entire Activity