When a group accepts an alternative that seems to please the members of the group, but the group has not taken the time or effort to explore many options, the group has
A) Exercised groupthink.
B) Stimulated the intellects of its members.
C) Optimized.
D) Exercised vigilance.
E) Participated in goal displacement.

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Pressure to avoid disagreement can lead to a phenomenon called groupthink. It occurs when people choose not to disagree or raise objections because they don't want to break up a positive team spirit. They want to think as one, tolerate no dissent, and strive to remain cordial.

When a Group Accepts an Alternative That Seems to Please