Which type of bias is most influenced by groupthink? Select an answer: conformity bias similarity bias confirmation bias collaborative bias
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Step 1: Groupthink is a psychological phenomenon that occurs when a group of people make decisions that are not in their best interest because they are too focused on maintaining harmony and avoiding conflict. Show more…
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