Christina is the leader of a highly cohesive group. She and a few other members of her group propose a plan of action. Even though some group members do not like the plan, they remain silent. Christina interprets their silence as consent. This symptom of groupthink is known as _____.
A)invulnerability
B)self-censorship
C)illusion of unanimity
D)peer pressure
E)mindguard

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This symptom of groupthink is known as illusion of unanimity. Janis defines groupthink as "a mode of thinking that people engage in when they are deeply involved in a cohesive in-group, when members' strivings for unanimity override their motivation to realistically appraise alternative courses of action." Illusion of unanimity is a symptom of groupthink where silence interpreted to mean consent.

Christina Is the Leader of a Highly Cohesive Group