If you want to minimize the chances of groupthink, you should pursue all of the following strategies except:

a. Ask each member to serve in the role of critical evaluator.
b. If possible, have more than one group work on the same problem independently.
c. Avoid asking questions and expressing disagreement.
d. Discuss the potential negative consequences of any decision or action.
e. Before finalizing the decision, give members a second chance to express doubts.



Answer: c. Avoid asking questions and expressing disagreement.

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