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Compared with previous methods, this approach can enhance accuracy and reliability of estimated values of missing evaluation information. Based on this method, we develop a complete decision process of LSGDM including information collection, subgroup detecting, consensus reaching process (CRP), information aggregation and ranking alternatives. Subsequently, a case about pharmaceutical manufacturer selection is used to illustrate the proposed decision method. 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