John works in a software services company. He is currently a member of a large team working on a project. John generally tries to avoid taking responsibilities and works as less as possible because he knows that there are other team members who will complete the work. Which of the following terms best represents John's behavior?
A) Social loafing
B) Self-concordance
C) Fundamental attribution error
D) Representativeness bias
E) Bandwagon effect

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John's behavior of avoiding responsibilities and working less because he knows others will complete the work is an example of social loafing. This is a phenomenon where individuals reduce their effort when working in a group because they expect others to carry the burden of the work.

John Works in a Software Services Company