"Groupthink," a mode of thinking,occurs when:
A) People are deeply involved in an otherwise non-cohesive group
B) People get a chance to express their ideas
C) People form a group and think through the steps involved in the decision making process
D) The desire for unanimity offsets people's motivation to appraise alternative courses of action

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Groupthink occurs when the desire for group harmony and consensus overrides critical thinking and careful considering of alternative viewpoints. This is often caused by a fear of being isolated or rejected by the group or a desire to maintain the status quo. As a result, individuals may self-censor or avoid sharing dissenting opinions, and the group may make poor decisions as a result.

"Groupthink," a Mode of Thinking,occurs When