Social loafing is most likely to occur when
A. there are only a few members in the group
B. individual efforts are not evaluated
C. the task is difficult and ambiguous
D. members of the group have similar schedules and motivations
Answer (2)
Social loafing occurs when individual efforts are not evaluated, leading members to feel less accountable in a group setting. This phenomenon is prevalent in larger groups and when tasks lack clarity. To minimize social loafing, tasks should promote individual responsibility and accountability. ;
Social loafing is most likely to occur when individual efforts are not evaluated, which reduces accountability among group members. This phenomenon is heightened in larger groups and ambiguous tasks. Promoting individual responsibility can help minimize social loafing.
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