Which of the Following Best Describes Social Loafing

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes social loafing?

• A) It is a tendency to work more efficiently when groups of employees are singled out for attention.
• B) It refers to isolating groups from each other.
• C) It occurs when individuals who have played a significant role in a group are allowed some freedom within the group.
• D) It refers to stereotyping outsiders as enemies of the group.
• E) It is the tendency of individuals to put forth less effort when they are part of a group.

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