Question

question 5 of 10
which of the following is an example of groupthink?

a. the principal got feedback from students on the new
library design.

b. when soldiers send drones to bomb targets, at least
two other people have to approve the strike.

c. the restaurant manager got his crew together to
discuss how to improve service.

d. if everyone in a company wants a new chemical plant to
begin operation as soon as possible, so they sign off on
the safety plan.

Explanation:

Groupthink is a psychological phenomenon where a group prioritizes consensus over critical thinking, often leading to flawed decision - making. In option D, the company members sign off on the safety plan not because it's thoroughly evaluated, but because they all want the plant to start operating quickly. This shows the group prioritizing the consensus of getting the plant running over properly assessing the safety plan, which is an example of groupthink. In option A, the principal is seeking feedback (a good practice, not groupthink). Option B is a system of checks (not groupthink). Option C is a normal discussion to improve service (not groupthink).

Answer:

D. If everyone in a company wants a new chemical plant to begin operation as soon as possible, so they sign off on the safety plan.