Individuals who believe that the death penalty should be abolished meet to discuss the issue. Research on group

interaction suggests that after discussion the individuals will be:

A. even more convinced that the death penalty should be abolished.

B. convinced that the death penalty should be retained.

C. sharply divided over whether the death penalty should be abolished.

D. in favor of a more moderate position on the issue.

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Gina Mcdaniel

16 September, 16:52

Individuals who believe that the death penalty should be abolished meet to discuss the issue. Research on group

interaction suggests that after discussion the individuals will be:

A. even more convinced that the death penalty should be abolished.

B. convinced that the death penalty should be retained.

C. sharply divided over whether the death penalty should be abolished.

D. in favor of a more moderate position on the issue.

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Maren Ayala · Answer 1

Individuals who believe that the death penalty should be abolished meet to discuss the issue. Research on group

interaction suggests that after discussion the individuals will be:

A. even more convinced that the death penalty should be abolished.

Group conformity research suggests that in a group no one individual will want to be considered an outsider and offer a different opinion. This "wanting to be liked" effect often has an affect on group decision making skills.