Which of the following statements is TRUE of groupthink?
a. Under groupthink, members lose the ability to critically evaluate alternative points of view.
b. Groupthink typically leads to excellent decisions.
c. Under groupthink, groups increase the list of possible solutions and spend maximum time on considering various alternatives.
d. Groupthink is most likely to occur when a weak leader is surrounded by people of powerful status.
Ans: a. Under groupthink, members lose the ability to critically evaluate alternative points of view.
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