The Tendency to Perform Tasks Better in the Presence of Others

question 88

Multiple Choice

The tendency to perform tasks better in the presence of others is called _______. By contrast, the tendency to perform tasks more poorly in others' presence of others is termed _________.

• A)social arousal; social inhibition
• B)social excitation; social inhibition
• C)social arousal; social suppression
• D)social facilitation; social inhibition

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Definitions:

Behavioral Norms

Socially accepted standards of behavior that individuals are expected to comply with in a specific group, community, or culture.

Team Members

Individuals who are part of a group collaborating towards a common goal or project, each contributing with their unique skills and perspectives.

Status Structure

The arrangement or organization of individuals within a group according to their rank, role, or authority.

Cohesion

The degree to which members of a group or unit feel connected and remain committed to staying together.