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:

Critics Of Industrial Policy

Critics of industrial policy argue that government efforts to direct and support specific industries often lead to inefficiency, corruption, and a misallocation of resources.

Government Giveaway

Programs or initiatives where the government distributes resources or benefits at no cost to recipients, often for social welfare or economic stimulus.

Competitive Advantage

The attribute that allows an organization to outperform its competitors, often due to quality, cost, or unique features.

Basic Research

Fundamental inquiry aimed at gaining more comprehensive knowledge or understanding of the underlying aspects of concepts without a specific application in mind.