Under which of the following conditions would we expect the presence of other people to have the strongest negative effect on performance?

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The presence of others is most likely to have a negative effect on performance when the task is complex and not well learned, as the individual may experience social inhibition or distraction, leading to reduced performance. In contrast, when the task is easy and well learned, the presence of others may actually enhance performance through social facilitation.

Under Which of the Following Conditions Would We Expect the Presence