Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Effects of Social

question 114

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding the effects of social facilitation is most supported by the research evidence?

• A) Performance improves on all tasks.
• B) Performance worsens on all tasks.
• C) Performance improves on difficult tasks and worsens on easy tasks.
• D) Performance improves on easy tasks and worsens on difficult tasks.

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Definitions:

Presynaptic Neuron

A neuron that releases neurotransmitters from its axon terminal into the synaptic cleft to transmit a signal to the receiving (postsynaptic) neuron.

Cleanup Enzymes

Biological molecules that break down or remove unwanted or toxic substances within an organism.

Antagonist

A substance that acts against and blocks an action in pharmacology, or a character in opposition to the protagonist in literature.

Neurotransmitter

Chemical substances in the nervous system that transmit signals between neurons or from neurons to muscles.