The Tendency of Group Members to Exert Less Effort When

question 52

Multiple Choice

The tendency of group members to exert less effort when they work in groups than they would exert if they were acting alone is known as:

• A)Synergy
• B)Sequential task interdependence
• C)Reciprocal task interdependence
• D)Social loafing
• E)Virtual teamwork

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