In order to prevent the occurrence of groupthink,a group leader should
A) refrain from making his or her opinion known at the beginning of the discussion.
B) decrease the group's exposure to opinions of nongroup members.
C) dismiss group members who are critical of the prevailing opinion.
D) increase the cohesiveness of the group.

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Group leaders should not express their opinions at the beginning of a discussion because it can influence the group members' opinions to align with the leader's views, which can lead to groupthink. By refraining from expressing their opinions, leaders encourage group members to express their own opinions and ideas.

In Order to Prevent the Occurrence of Groupthink,a Group Leader