An example of __________ is the decision by NASA to launch the space shuttle Challenger despite the knowledge by a few that a part on the shuttle was known to be unacceptable.

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The situation described is an example of groupthink, which occurs when group members prioritize group harmony and agreement over critical evaluation of ideas and decision-making. In this case, the decision to launch the shuttle was made despite knowledge of a known issue because the group may have felt pressured to maintain a united front and not challenge the decision of those in authority.

An Example of __________ Is the Decision by NASA to Launch