18 Questions
What is the assumption of groupthink related to overestimation of the group?
Illusion of invulnerability
Which assumption of groupthink involves closedmindedness and stereotyped perceptions of group enemies?
Out-group stereotypes
What assumption of groupthink relates to the belief in the inherent morality of the group?
Group believe that they are 'Good'
What assumption involves collective rationalization where group members ignore warnings about a decision?
Ignoring warnings about a decision
Which assumption of groupthink includes self-censorship, illusion of unanimity, and belief that silence equals consent?
Pressure towards uniformity
What is the assumption of groupthink related to self-appointed mind guards who minimize doubts and counterarguments?
Self-appointed mind guards
What is one of the assumptions of groupthink?
Group members have a common sentiment or emotional investment
Why is it difficult to measure cohesiveness in a group?
Cohesiveness in a group is difficult to measure because it is based on a common sentiment or emotional investment.
In group problem solving, what do group members tend to prioritize?
Group members tend to prioritize getting along and maintaining group identity.
What constraint may group members face in decision-making?
Affiliative constraints - group members hold input rather than risk rejection.
When decision-making starts in a group, who do members tend to follow?
Group members tend to follow the leader when decision-making starts.
Why are groups and group decision making considered complex?
Groups and group decision making are complex due to a wide range of influences such as age, gender, and culture.
What are the pre-conditions that may lead to groupthink?
Group cohesiveness, stress, group insulation, lack of impartial leadership, lack of decision-making processes, and group members from homogenous backgrounds.
What role can stress play in the occurrence of groupthink?
Stress can evoke groupthink by causing the group to make faulty decisions.
How does group insulation contribute to groupthink?
Group insulation occurs when people from outside the group are not consulted, leading to a lack of diverse perspectives.
Why is lack of impartial leadership a factor in groupthink?
Lack of impartial leadership can occur when leaders have a personal interest in the outcome, potentially biasing decision-making.
What are some decision-making processes that can help mitigate groupthink?
Brainstorming, Nominal group method, Delphi technique, etc.
How can group stress contribute to groupthink?
Group stress can evoke groupthink and lead to faulty decision-making, especially when issues, resources, or events within or external to the group add pressure.
Test your knowledge on the symptoms of groupthink, including overestimation of the group, illusion of invulnerability, belief in inherent morality, closedmindedness, out-group stereotypes, and collective rationalization.
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