John Works in a Software Services Company

question 61

Multiple Choice

John works in a software services company. He is currently a member of a large team working on a project. John generally tries to avoid taking responsibilities and works as less as possible because he knows that there are other team members who will complete the work. Which of the following terms best represents John's behaviour?

• A) social loafing
• B) self-concordance
• C) fundamental attribution error
• D) representativeness bias
• E) bandwagon effect

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Definitions:

Norm

A standard or rule of behavior that is considered typical or expected within a particular social group.

Society Rules

Set of norms, laws, and guidelines by which a society operates, influencing the behavior and interactions of its members.

Priest

refers to a religious leader authorized to perform sacred rituals of a religion, acting as a mediator between humans and one or more deities.

Evil Spirits

supernatural entities believed in many cultures to be responsible for harm or misfortune.