In groupthink, certain members take it upon themselves to protect the leader from dissenting opinions. This symptom is called ______.
A) illusion of unanimity
B) self-censorship
C) self-appointed mindguards
D) collective rationalization

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Self-appointed mindguards are members of a group who take on the role of protecting the leader from adverse information or dissenting viewpoints, which is a characteristic symptom of groupthink.

In Groupthink, Certain Members Take It Upon Themselves to Protect