A group of officers fighting in Afghanistan must make an important military decision.Under what circumstances would groupthink be most likely to occur?
A)there is consensus leadership among the officers rather than one directive leader
B)the officers are concerned that their group is not functioning as a tight-knit team
C)the officers are aware that it is difficult to make a correct decision
D)the group members feel under pressure by outside forces

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Groupthink is most likely to occur when group members feel under pressure by outside forces, such as time constraints or high-stress situations. In the case of the officers fighting in Afghanistan, the pressure of combat and the importance of the military decision could create a sense of urgency and pressure on the group, potentially leading to groupthink. The other options do not necessarily create conditions that would lead to groupthink.

A Group of Officers Fighting in Afghanistan Must Make an Important