Asked by Devonte Reese on Jun 23, 2024

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________ is the strengthening of an original group attitude after the discussion of views within a group.

A) Cognitive dissonance
B) Group polarization
C) Social loafing
D) Social facilitation

Group Polarization

The tendency for a group's prevailing attitudes to become stronger or more extreme after group discussions.

Original Group Attitude

The initial set of beliefs, values, and norms shared by a group, which can influence the group's behavior and perception.

  • Investigate the influence of group dynamics, namely groupthink and group polarization, on shaping attitudes and making decisions.
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Emily WeigandJun 30, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Group polarization refers to the phenomenon where after discussing an issue collectively, members of the group tend to adopt a more extreme position in the direction they were already leaning towards. This is due to the reinforcement of their initial attitudes after hearing similar viewpoints from others in the group.