A group has to make a decision under anxious circumstances.During the discussion the group members are trying to avoid any conflicts and so any dissent is quickly dismissed which leads to the group coming to a premature decision.This is an example of
A)group cohesion.
B)group think.
C)pragmatic reasoning schema.
D)overconfidence.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This scenario describes the phenomenon of groupthink, which occurs when group members prioritize maintaining harmony over making sound decisions. Dissent is suppressed, leading the group to reach a rushed and potentially flawed conclusion. This tendency is driven by anxiety-inducing situations, such as those described in the scenario. The other answer choices (group cohesion, pragmatic reasoning schema, and overconfidence) do not fit the specifics of the scenario.

A Group Has to Make a Decision Under Anxious Circumstances