In 1986,the space shuttle Challenger was launched despite warnings of danger from NASA engineers that parts might malfunction due to weather conditions.Which concept best characterizes the decision to go ahead with the launch?

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Groupthink is the tendency for highly cohesive groups to strive for consensus and minimize dissent or criticisms. In this case, NASA engineers who warned about potential dangers were likely silenced or dismissed due to the pressure to conform to the group's decision to proceed with the launch. The group's decision was made without fully considering all available information, resulting in a tragic outcome.

In 1986,the Space Shuttle Challenger Was Launched Despite Warnings of Danger