The condition that often develops in large groups when tasks are neglected, because it is impossible for any one person to receive credit (or blame), is called:
A) regression toward the mean.
B) groupthink.
C) group polarization.
D) social loafing.
E) rationalization.

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Social loafing is the tendency for individuals to exert less effort when working in a group setting compared to when working alone, as it becomes difficult to attribute success or failure to any one person. This can lead to neglect of tasks and a decrease in overall performance.

The Condition That Often Develops in Large Groups When Tasks