When teachers assign group projects, which of the following phenomena is most relevant for deciding how to grade student work?

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Social loafing is the phenomenon where individuals in a group may not contribute as much effort as they would if working alone because they believe that others will pick up the slack. It is therefore relevant for deciding how to grade group projects as it can affect the overall quality of the work produced. Teachers may need to consider individual contributions within the group and ensure that everyone has a fair and equal opportunity to participate. Groupthink (A) refers to the tendency for members of a group to conform to the opinions or decisions of the group, leading to poor decision-making. Pluralistic ignorance (C) is the situation where individuals privately reject a norm but go along with it publicly, mistakenly believing others accept it. Cognitive dissonance (D) is the mental discomfort experienced by an individual who holds two or more contradictory beliefs or values. While these phenomena may occur in group projects, they are not as directly relevant to grading the work produced.

When Teachers Assign Group Projects, Which of the Following Phenomena