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Unit 9 – Social Psychology
Topic 9.4
What explains the shift towards risky decisions during group discussions according to the groupthink theory?
A desire for harmony or conformity leads members to avoid raising controversial issues or alternative solutions.
Groups with diverse opinions tend toward more extreme decisions due to increased conflict and pressure.
Members feel invincible which leads them to take unnecessary risks.
Personal accountability is reduced in a group setting encouraging riskier choices.
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AP Psychology - 9.4 Group Influences on Behavior and Mental Processes
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