Dozens of Social-Psychological Experiments on the Topic of Social Facilitation

question 147

Multiple Choice

Dozens of social-psychological experiments on the topic of social facilitation have employed people and a variety of animals and insects. One consistent finding has emerged from these many studies:

• A) Simple tasks are not affected by the presence of others, but complex tasks are.
• B) The presence of others enhances performance on simple tasks.
• C) Simplicity is the most dominant response in the presence of others.
• D) Difficult tasks are more arousing than simple tasks.

---

Definitions:

Offspring Reared

The number of offspring an individual successfully raises to the age of independence, often used as a measure of reproductive success.

Kirk's Dik-dik

A small antelope species found in eastern and southwestern Africa, known for its monogamous pairs and distinctive whistle-like alarm call.

Genetic Monogamy

A mating system in which individuals mate exclusively with one partner over their lifetime, and parentage analyses confirm genetic fidelity.

Mammals

Warm-blooded vertebrates characterized by the presence of mammary glands, which females use to feed their young, and a body covered in hair or fur.