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“Groups tend to be more extreme than individuals.” quote by Daniel Kahneman
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“Groups tend to be more extreme than individuals.”

Daniel Kahneman

About This Quote

Source Book: Thinking, Fast and Slow, 2011

Collective groups amplify extreme opinions more than individuals do.

In simple terms: Groups can become more extreme.

Key Takeaway

Beware groupthink.

Themes

psychology group dynamics extremism

Mood

analytical cautious

Type

academic insightful

When to use this quote

  • team meetings
  • online forums
  • political rallies

Key Concepts

social influence polarization

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you keep groups balanced?
  • What mechanisms reduce group extremism?
A Different Perspective

Groups can also moderate extremes.

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