text: Multiple opinions may give them different viewpoints on a topic they might not have considered. If they only ask one person about everything, they will most likely follow that persons beliefs. They have to figure out for themselves what they think and not rely on others to make the tough decisions for them. For example, when I thought my friend had been spreading rumors about me, I wanted to confront her immediately. Before I disscused it with her, I asked multiple people if they knew anything and I'm glad that I did. They told me the allegations were false and I was extremely happy I didn't rush to conclusions and ended a friendship for no good reason.