Which of the following group characteristics helps to reduce social loafing?

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Members' belief that together they will achieve important goals helps to reduce social loafing as it creates a sense of accountability and motivation among the group members. Shared norms and implicit surveillance also play a role in reducing social loafing, but they are not as effective as members' belief in achieving important goals. A rigid hierarchical structure may actually increase social loafing as members may feel that their contributions are not important.

Which of the Following Group Characteristics Helps to Reduce Social