All of the following methods are appropriate for minimizing the potential for groupthink EXCEPT
A)ask each member to serve in the role of critical evaluator.
B)if possible,have more than one group work on the same problem independently.
C)avoid asking questions and do not demand justifications from others.
D)discuss the potential negative consequences of any decision or action.
E)before finalizing the decision,give members a second chance to express doubts.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Avoiding questions and not demanding justifications from others actually encourages groupthink because it allows members to blindly accept the ideas of others without questioning them. All of the other methods listed (asking members to serve as critical evaluators, having multiple groups work on the same problem, discussing potential negative consequences, and giving members a second chance to express doubts) are effective for minimizing groupthink.

All of the Following Methods Are Appropriate for Minimizing the Potential