Question
In a student organization meeting about planning a big event, which of the following best represents groupthink?
The members quickly agree to the first idea suggested, without discussing any potential drawbacks or considering alternatives.
The members disagree initially but eventually come to a consensus after a thorough discussion of pros and cons.
The group splits into breakout groups to discuss issues before coming together as a large group.
The group spends most of the meeting brainstorming, generating a variety of ideas before voting on the best one.
The members quickly agree to the first idea suggested, without discussing any potential drawbacks or considering alternatives.
The members disagree initially but eventually come to a consensus after a thorough discussion of pros and cons.
The group splits into breakout groups to discuss issues before coming together as a large group.
The group spends most of the meeting brainstorming, generating a variety of ideas before voting on the best one.
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The statement that best represents groupthink is:
**"The members quickly agree to the first idea suggested, without discussing any potential drawbacks or considering alternatives."**
Groupthink occurs when a group prioritizes consensus and harmony over critical thinking and examination of different perspectives, often leading to poor decision-making. In this case, the members' quick agreement without thorough discussion exemplifies that phenomenon.
**"The members quickly agree to the first idea suggested, without discussing any potential drawbacks or considering alternatives."**
Groupthink occurs when a group prioritizes consensus and harmony over critical thinking and examination of different perspectives, often leading to poor decision-making. In this case, the members' quick agreement without thorough discussion exemplifies that phenomenon.
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