Asked by karan Singh on Jun 13, 2024

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Which is NOT a major cause of groupthink?

A) Insulation of the group from its environment
B) Promotional leadership
C) High stress
D) Heterogeneity of group members

Groupthink

A psychological phenomenon that occurs within a group of people when the desire for harmony or conformity results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

Heterogeneity

The quality or state of being diverse in character or content; variety within a group or structure.

  • Acknowledge the manifestations and reasons behind groupthink, including techniques to hinder its progress.
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Laura SanchezJun 15, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Heterogeneity of group members is actually a deterrent to groupthink as it brings diverse perspectives and minimizes the risk of conformity. The other three factors (insulation of the group from its environment, promotional leadership, and high stress) are major causes of groupthink.