After Decades of Research on the Effect That Others Have

question 30

Multiple Choice

After decades of research on the effect that others have on task performance, social psychologists have concluded that the presence of others ____.

• A)almost always improves performance, because it stimulates competition
• B)almost always hinders performance, because it elicits evaluation apprehension
• C)has mixed effects, because it elicits evaluation apprehension
• D)has mixed effects, because it elicits a person's dominant response

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Definitions:

Social Zone

An area or space designed to foster social interactions and community building among individuals within a certain environment.

Personal Zone

A physical space surrounding an individual that is considered personal and where intrusion by others is unwelcome, typically extending approximately 1.5 to 4 feet from the body.

Intimate Zone

The intimate zone refers to the physical space immediately surrounding an individual, typically within about 18 inches, reserved for close family and loved ones.

External Communication

Meaningful exchange of information through messages transmitted between an organization and its major audiences.