What is meant by the term groupthink and what are two symptoms?

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Groupthink refers to the tendency of members in highly cohesive groups to lose their critical evaluative capabilities resulting in quick decision making with little consideration of alternatives. Symptoms include the illusion of invulnerability, the whitewash of critical thinking, negative stereotypes of outsiders, and direct pressure.

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What will be an ideal response?

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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