The Tendency of Group Members to Exert Less Effort When

question 40

Multiple Choice

The tendency of group members to exert less effort when they work in groups than they would exert if they were acting alone is known as:

• A) synergy.
• B) sequential task interdependence.
• C) reciprocal task interdependence.
• D) social loafing.
• E) group cohesiveness.

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Definitions:

External Factors

Elements outside an organization or individual's control that can impact their performance or decision-making process.

Self-Serving Bias

A common tendency to attribute one's successes to personal qualities and failures to external factors.

Attribution

The act of explaining the causes of behaviors or events, often associating them with personal traits or external situations.

Self-Monitors

Individuals who observe and regulate their behavior in social situations to fit the norms or expectations.