Group discussion often results in members of a group shifting to a more extreme position in whatever direction they were leaning initially. What is this phenomenon called?

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Group polarization is the phenomenon where group discussion leads to individuals within the group adopting more extreme positions in the direction they were already leaning. This occurs because individuals are influenced by the opinions and ideas of others in the group, and they want to differentiate themselves from those with opposing viewpoints. Group polarization can lead to more extreme actions and decisions being made by the group as a whole. The other options (B, C, D) are different phenomena that occur in group dynamics.

Group Discussion Often Results in Members of a Group Shifting