The three major factors that explain groupthink decision making do not include
A) all members of a group are expected to support each other.
B) reaching consensus is more important than any serious criticism of the decision.
C) members of a group taking turns proposing options, and providing for a give and take environment.
D) members of a group feel compelled to support the group's leader.

Question

The three major factors that explain groupthink decision making do not include
A) all members of a group are expected to support each other.
B) reaching consensus is more important than any serious criticism of the decision.
C) members of a group taking turns proposing options, and providing for a give and take environment.
D) members of a group feel compelled to support the group's leader.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The three major factors that explain groupthink decision making are the pressure to conform, a belief in the group's moral superiority, and the illusion of unanimity. None of these factors include members of a group taking turns proposing options and providing for a give and take environment, which actually goes against the idea of groupthink decision making.

The Three Major Factors That Explain Groupthink Decision Making Do