Which of the Following Reduces Social Loafing for Group Projects

question 72

Multiple Choice

Which of the following reduces social loafing for group projects?

• A) Have the group brainstorm ideas for the project together.
• B) Allow students to choose their own groups for a project.
• C) Ensure that individual contributions can be identified and evaluated
• D) Emphasize that everyone will get the same grade for the final product.

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Definitions:

Stimulus Generalization

The process by which conditioned responses are triggered by stimuli that are similar, but not identical, to the original conditioned stimulus.

Reinforcer

A stimulus or event that increases the probability of the repeated occurrence of a behavior that it follows, often used in the context of operant conditioning.

Primary Reinforcer

A naturally reinforcing stimulus, like food or water, that satisfies a basic biological need.

Variable-Ratio

A reinforcement schedule where a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses, making it highly effective in maintaining behavior.