Q: What is plural ignorance?
A: Plural ignorance is a situation where most members of a group reject a norm privately, but assume that others accept it.
Q: How does plural ignorance come about?
A: Plural ignorance can be caused by the structure of the social network, where individuals assume that others hold certain beliefs.
Q: What is the consequence of plural ignorance?
A: Plural ignorance leads to a context where "no one believes, but everyone thinks that everyone believes".
Q: Is it possible for a majority of group members to reject a norm but still assume that others accept it?
A: Yes, that is the concept of plural ignorance.
Q: Can plural ignorance be caused by individual decision-makers not having necessary information?
A: Yes, a situation of plural ignorance can be a result of each individual decision-maker in a group not having the information required to solve a problem.
Q: Is plural ignorance a positive or negative situation?
A: Plural ignorance can have negative consequences because it can prevent individuals from expressing their true beliefs, leading to a lack of progress.
Q: Can plural ignorance occur in any type of group?
A: Yes, plural ignorance is a phenomenon that can occur in any type of group setting.
