When groupthink occurs, silence is viewed as agreement.This most directly contributes to the
A) shared illusion of invulnerability.
B) shared illusion of unanimity.
C) stereotyped views of 'enemy' leaders.
D) unquestioned belief in the group's inherent morality.
E) collective efforts to rationalise or dismiss warnings.

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In groupthink, members of a group tend to suppress their own doubts and dissenting opinions for fear of disrupting the perceived unanimity of the group. As a result, silence is often interpreted as agreement, which contributes to the shared illusion of unanimity among group members. This can lead to faulty decision-making and a failure to consider alternative viewpoints.

When Groupthink Occurs, Silence Is Viewed as Agreement