Asked by Veronica Esteva on Jun 26, 2024

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Professors Maksoud,Struthers,and Vasic each tend to think that obtaining a university degree is easier today than it was when they were students.After discussing the matter over coffee,they are even more convinced that obtaining a degree is easier today.This episode provides an example of

A) groupthink.
B) social facilitation.
C) group polarization.
D) deindividuation.

Group Polarization

The tendency of groups to make more extreme decisions than what their members first considered.

University Degree

A qualification awarded to students by a college or university after the successful completion of a course of study.

Professors

Senior teachers at colleges or universities who are experts in their field, responsible for lecturing, researching, and guiding students in their academic pursuits.

  • Study the operation and results of group polarization in forming attitudes and behavioral responses.
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Mehdi AminiJun 26, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The episode is an example of group polarization, where after discussing their views within a group, the members' initial opinions become more extreme. In this case, the professors' belief that obtaining a university degree is easier today becomes even stronger after their discussion.