The observation that working collectively provides members of a group the chance to "slack off" based on the expectancy that the rest of the group will do the work is called:
a. the slacker mentality
b. social loafing
c. social slacking
d. social facilitation
b
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Which does NOT belong on a list of symptoms of traumatic distress?
A. Experiencing the physical presence of the deceased B. Searching for the deceased C. Detachment from others following a death D. Anger toward others following a death
Why does the jigsaw classroom yield such positive results with regard to self-esteem, achievement, and positive informal contact between children of various racial and ethnic groups?
a. Students' responsibilities are informally structured. b. It appeals to young children's natural empathy for others. c. It is in each child's self-interest to cooperate with others. d. Minority children are required to compete when they otherwise wouldn't.
Which of the following events restores the membrane potential from the peak of the action potential back down to the resting level?
a. Sodium ions move into the cell. b. Potassium ions move out of the cell. c. Potassium ions move into the cell. d. Chloride ions move into the cell. e. Protein anions move out of the cell.
The high expectations placed on gifted children can cause them to become depressed and
develop other behavioral problems. Indicate whether the statement is true or false