After Samuel was told not to announce absurd ideas during departmental meetings, Harry stopped himself from sharing his ideas, which would have improved the team's performance. Which barrier to group creativity was the team facing?

a) Premature evaluation of idea
b) Too many people
c) Affinity syndrome
d) Poor timing


Answer: a) Premature evaluation of idea

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