Social Facilitation Theory Was Based on the Observation That

question 79

Multiple Choice

Social facilitation theory was based on the observation that:

• A) cyclists were able to ride faster when racing others than when racing alone in time trials.
• B) people cooperate more when there is a strong social norm for cooperation.
• C) cyclists rode slower in the presence of others.
• D) children don't try as hard when working with others.

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