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Which of the following BEST describes the relationship between group size and social loafing?
 
  A) As the size of the group increases, the tendency for group members to put forth less effort decreases.
  B) As the size of the group increases, the tendency for group members to put forth less effort increases.
  C) As the size of the group decreases, the tendency for group members to put forth less effort increases.
  D) As the size of the group decreases, the tendency for group members to put forth less effort is unchanged.

Question 2

James Thompson's model of group tasks suggests that as task interdependence within a group ________ the degree and intensity of the interactions between group members who are required to perform the group's task ________.
 
  A) increases; decrease
  B) increases; increase
  C) decreases; increase
  D) decreases; remains unchanged

Question 3

Dwayne is in charge of a large group and was given the authority to choose its members. He chose Leeza because he has always been impressed with her efforts, but within a few weeks he notices Leeza isn't meeting his expectations.
 
  To improve Leeza's performance, it would be BEST for him to ________.
  A) offer extrinsic rewards to the entire group if they meet their deadlines
  B) reduce pressure on Leeza by telling the group that they fail or succeed together
  C) reprimand the entire group for Leeza's poor performance
  D) have peers evaluate each other's work and give rewards based on the evaluations



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

Right on time. Thanks a bunch.

Answer to Question 3

This forum is amazing.



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