Research on Social Facilitation Warrants Some Practical Advice

question 18

Multiple Choice

Research on social facilitation warrants some practical advice.All of the following recommendations are supported by this research except for one.Which one?

• A) When students want to memorize unfamiliar information, they should do it alone.
• B) When students want to review material they have already learned, they should not do it in a study group.
• C) When supervisors want their employees to do simple tasks well, they should have the employees do them in the presence of others.
• D) When supervisors want their employees to complete challenging tasks, they should give employees some privacy.

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Definitions:

ERG Theory

A motivational theory developed by Clayton Alderfer that categorizes human needs into existence, relatedness, and growth needs.

Frustration-Regression Principle

A concept suggesting that when faced with frustration, individuals may regress to a previous level of maturity, affecting their problem-solving and coping strategies.

Social Needs

Basic human requirements comprising of love, belonging, and interpersonal relationships.

Pleasant Supervisor

A manager or overseer who is approachable and creates a positive working environment for employees through friendly and considerate interactions.