Adam is part of a group organized to increase blood donations in a local community. As a social psychologist, Adam has a relevant background in persuasion tactics, but his group members fail to realize the important contributions he could make. This scenario is an example of __________.
A) process loss
B) intragroup conflict
C) poor leadership
D) a task orientation to problem solving

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This scenario is an example of process loss, which occurs when a group fails to fully use the knowledge, skills, and expertise of its members. Adam's expertise in persuasion tactics is not being utilized by his group members, which is a form of process loss.

Adam Is Part of a Group Organized to Increase Blood