Polarization theory makes predictions opposite that of risky shift theory when
A)the average of members' prediscussion judgments is close to the cautious pole.
B)diffusion of responsibility is controlled.
C)diffusion of responsibility is not controlled.
D)the average of members' prediscussion judgments falls at the midpoint of the continuum.
E)the average of members' prediscussion judgments is close to the risky pole.

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Polarization theory predicts that group discussion will lead to a shift towards a more extreme position. However, this shift is dependent on the prediscussion judgments of the group members. If the members' initial judgments are close to the cautious pole, then group discussion is likely to result in a polarization towards the risky pole, which is the opposite prediction of risky shift theory.

Polarization Theory Makes Predictions Opposite That of Risky Shift Theory