Asked by Logan Robinson on May 17, 2024

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Which of the following is an example of social facilitation?

A) A team achieves more together than they would have individually
B) People work less hard in teams than they would individually
C) An athlete performs in front of an enthusiastic hometown audience
D) A lack of preparedness motivate a novice, nervous speaker to perform better
E) People work together via computer networks

Social Facilitation

The tendency for one’s behavior to be influenced by the presence of others in a group.

Enthusiastic Audience

A group of people who show a high level of excitement or eagerness towards a particular event, presentation, or performer.

Athletic Performance

The physical and mental execution exhibited by athletes during sport or exercise, often measured by speed, strength, endurance, and coordination metrics.

  • Elucidate the principle of social loafing and its contrast, social facilitation, within the context of group dynamics.
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Shaily NandyalaMay 18, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Social facilitation is the phenomenon of performing better in the presence of others than when alone. The athlete performing in front of an enthusiastic hometown audience represents this phenomenon as he/she is likely to perform better due to the support and encouragement of the audience.