A group of high school students is discussing the legalization of drugs.The students taking part in the discussion mildly support the position that drugs should not be legalized.If group polarization were to occur following the discussion,which of the following would most likely happen?

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Group polarization refers to the tendency for group discussion to strengthen the initial tendencies of the group members. In this case, the initial tendency was mild opposition to the legalization of drugs. After group discussion, it is likely that the students' opposition would become more strong rather than less strong, as they would be reinforcing each other's arguments against drug legalization. Therefore, choice B is the most likely outcome.

A Group of High School Students Is Discussing the Legalization