________ is the tendency for individuals to expend less effort when working collectively than when working individually.
A)Social loafing
B)Groupthink
C)Synergy
D)Socio-emotional cohesiveness

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Social loafing is the tendency for individuals to exert less effort in a group setting. It occurs because individuals feel less pressure to perform as they believe their contribution is less noticeable. This phenomenon is commonly observed in group projects and team sports. Choice B is incorrect as groupthink refers to a phenomenon where group members conform to the group's consensus even if it goes against their own judgments or values. Choice C, synergy, refers to the phenomenon where the combined effort of individuals results in an outcome greater than the sum of individual efforts. Choice D, socio-emotional cohesiveness, refers to the degree of mutual attraction among group members and the level of solidarity in the group.

________ Is the Tendency for Individuals to Expend Less Effort