What term describes the phenomenon where group members accept incorrect decisions because they conform to what they believe others in the group support?

Multiple choice question for Liberal and Social Theories. Select an option, then review the explanation below.

Explanation

Groupthink occurs when members of a group prioritize consensus and harmony over critical evaluation, leading them to endorse faulty decisions. This contrasts with de-optimizing, parochialism, and bureaucratic politics, which refer to different organizational behaviors.

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What term describes the phenomenon where group members accept incorrect decisions because they conform to what they believe others in the group support?

Explanation

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