Adam Has Noticed That He Can Get More Work Out

question 118

Multiple Choice

Adam has noticed that he can get more work out of his production crew when each member is given individual assignments than when an assignment is given to the crew as a whole.The reduction in output is likely to be the result of

• A) social loafing.
• B) deindividuation.
• C) forced compliance.
• D) disinhibition.

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Definitions:

Connectedness

Consists of two dimensions: mutuality, sensitivity to and respect for others’ views; and permeability, openness to others’ views.

Obedience

The act of following instructions or complying with commands, norms, or laws.

Individualism

Giving priority to personal goals rather than to group goals; emphasizing values that serve the self, such as feeling good, striving for personal distinction and recognition for achievement, and asserting independence.

Interdependence

The mutual reliance between two or more entities, where each is dependent on the other for certain needs or outcomes.