What Phenomenon Is Occurring When a Team Member Demonstrates Less

question 4

Multiple Choice

What phenomenon is occurring when a team member demonstrates less effort in the team than he or she would if working alone?

• A) Social loafing
• B) Social resting
• C) Diffusion of effort
• D) Separation of responsibility

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Definitions:

Robert Sternberg

An American psychologist known for his theory on the triarchic theory of intelligence, which includes analytical, creative, and practical components.

Creative Intelligence

The ability to produce work that is both novel and appropriate in the context of its use.

Practical Intelligence

The ability to solve everyday problems by utilizing knowledge gained from experience in order to adapt to, shape, or select environments.

Selective Optimization

A strategy of focusing on and optimizing personal strengths and compensating for weaknesses, particularly in the context of aging.