Grace is serving on a jury for the first time. She entered the jury room with a dollar amount in mind for damages but, following deliberations, she agreed to a significantly higher number. This is an example of ____.

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Group polarization refers to the tendency for a group to make decisions that are more extreme than the initial inclination of its members. Grace agreeing to a higher amount after deliberations is an example of this phenomenon.

Grace Is Serving on a Jury for the First Time