According to the concept of the "sucker effect," when group members observe other members loafing, they will ________.
A) reject or ostracize the loafing group members
B) arrange a way for the loafing group members to be caught
C) reduce their own efforts because they do not want to be taken advantage of
D) work harder to overcome the lost productivity of the loafing group members

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According to the "sucker effect," group members reduce their own efforts because they do not want to be taken advantage of by doing more work than the loafing group members. This effect can lead to a decrease in overall group productivity. Therefore, reducing their own efforts is the best choice.

According to the Concept of the "Sucker Effect," When Group