As the Decision Whether to Launch a New Product to Prevent

Multiple Choice

As the decision whether to launch a new product to prevent tooth decay was being debated, one of the product development specialists commented, "What a great product! We have created something that will help Americans maintain the enamel on their teeth. I don't know why those health critics are accusing us of putting a potentially harmful product out on the market. After all, our goal is to help people, not to hurt them. We're interested in doing what is in the best interest of the public." She has demonstrated which of the following symptoms of groupthink?

A) illusion of invulnerability
B) out-group stereotypes
C) belief in the inherent morality of the group
D) collective rationalization