The Risky Shift Effect Refers To

The risky shift effect refers to:

A) the fact that group decisions are frequently less cautious than the initial decisions made by the individuals
B) the shift from a risky position to a more cautious one by members of a group
C) the process whereby a group changes from a more cautious decision to the one involving greater risks
D) the change in the composition of a group from a predominantly cautious to a more risk taking majority
E) the likelihood of a group making a more risky decision when members are required to reach a consensus without prior discussion on the issue