Question

Which of the following increases the tendency for groupthink?
A.
group is socially engaging with nonmembers often
B.
group has not chosen a respected leader
C.
group is under pressure to make a decision
D.
group lacks cohesiveness

Answer 1

Answer: C.

Explanation: Groupthink is more likely when groups face time pressure or stress to reach a decision. Factors that increase groupthink include high cohesion, isolation from outside opinions, a strong/directive leader, and pressure to decide quickly — not frequent contact with outsiders, lack of a respected leader, or low cohesiveness.