Before a meeting, each of several city council members was tentatively considering an air pollution ordinance. After a meeting, they expressed strong support of the ordinance. This outcome is an example of

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Group polarization occurs when group discussions lead to more extreme positions than individuals originally held. In this case, each individual was tentatively considering the ordinance, but after the meeting, they expressed strong support, suggesting the group discussion led to more extreme positions in favor of the ordinance.

Before a Meeting, Each of Several City Council Members Was