A tendency for highly cohesive groups to lose their evaluative capabilities is called __________.

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Groupthink refers to the phenomenon where members of a group value the group’s cohesiveness and unanimity over ensuring that decisions are made critically, without bias or personal motives. Because the group is so tightly knit and agrees with each other, there is an increase in the likelihood that they will make poor decisions.

A Tendency for Highly Cohesive Groups to Lose Their Evaluative