Groupthink can be a barrier to effective team functioning. What are reasons groupthink occurs? Select all that apply.

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1. If everyone on the team feels pressured to agree with the team, this is groupthink.
2. Groupthink is more likely to occur if the group is separated from the consequences of its actions.
3. Close-mindedness in a group breeds groupthink.
4. Groupthink is more likely to occur if the group does not accept suggestions.
5. Fear of going against group ideas results in groupthink.

Groupthink Can Be a Barrier to Effective Team Functioning