Which of the following is NOT a prescriptive strategy to prevent groupthink from developing?
A) One or more members should be assigned the position of devil's advocate.
B) Endorse any particular position and start group discussions by having people state their positions.
C) Outsiders should attend the meetings and challenge the group's views.
D) After reaching a preliminary decision, the group should call a second-chance meeting and ask each member to express remaining doubts.

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Endorsing any particular position at the start of group discussions may actually contribute to groupthink, as it can lead to a biased discussion where members feel pressure to conform to the endorsed position. All other options (assigning a devil's advocate, inviting outsiders to challenge the group's views, and encouraging members to express remaining doubts) are prescriptive strategies to prevent groupthink.

Which of the Following Is NOT a Prescriptive Strategy to Prevent