In a study, conducted by Schulz-Hardt, Frey, Lüthgens, and Moscovici (2000), both individuals and groups were given a case study involving a chemical company that had to make the decision of whether or not to invest in a developing country. After making an initial decision, all participants were given a chance to receive additional pieces of information that either favored or opposed investment in the developing country. The results showed that
a. individuals but not groups demonstrated a clear preference for additional information that supported the initial decision they had made
b. groups but not individuals demonstrated a clear preference for additional information that supported the initial decision they had made
c. both individuals and groups demonstrated a clear preference for additional information that supported the initial decision they had made
d. both individuals and groups demonstrated a clear preference for additional information that opposed the initial decision they had made
Ans: C
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