In foreign policy settings, groupthink is the tendency of groups to
A) Work together in extreme situations.
B) Compete within its members to achieve best results in negotiations.
C) Make rushed or illogical decisions because of a false sense of unity.
D) Apply theoretical models to real-world problems.

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Groupthink refers to a phenomenon where group members prioritize conformity and a false sense of consensus over critical thinking and reasoned decision making. This can lead to rushed or illogical decisions, which may be perpetuated by the group's sense of unity. Therefore, the best choice is C - make rushed or illogical decisions because of a false sense of unity.

In Foreign Policy Settings, Groupthink Is the Tendency of Groups