__________ refers to the tendency for groups to make decisions that are more extreme than the initial inclinations of their individual members.
A) Groupthink
B) The risky shift
C) Group polarization
D) Negotiation

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Group polarization occurs when group discussions lead individuals to conform to their initial inclinations and beliefs. As a result, group decisions often end up being more extreme, whether that means being more risky or more cautious, than the initial inclinations of individual members. Groupthink, on the other hand, is a phenomenon where group members prioritize group harmony over individual dissent, often leading to poor decision-making. The risky shift is a specific form of group polarization where groups make riskier decisions than individuals do. Negotiation, while important in decision-making, is not directly related to this particular phenomenon.

__________ Refers to the Tendency for Groups to Make Decisions