Decisions are generally implemented more effectively when _____.
A)they are voted upon
B)affected members use consensus rules
C)all members compromise on some element of the decision
D)members of the team are highly compatible with one another
E)groupthink is present

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When affected members use consensus rules, it means that everyone has had a say in the decision and has come to an agreement that everyone can live with. This leads to greater commitment and buy-in to the decision, making implementation more effective. Voting (A) can lead to winners and losers, which can create resentment and lack of commitment among those who did not get their way. Compromising (C) can also lead to less commitment, as everyone may feel like they had to give something up to reach a decision. Highly compatible team members (D) may have better communication and less conflict, but it does not necessarily mean that decisions will be implemented more effectively. Groupthink (E) can lead to a false sense of agreement, where individuals may not voice their true opinions, leading to poor decision-making and implementation.

Decisions Are Generally Implemented More Effectively When _____