The reduction in motivation and effort when individuals work collectively compared with when they work individually or coactively is known as ______.
A) groupthink
B) slacking
C) consensus building
D) social loafing

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Social loafing refers to the tendency of individuals to put in less effort when working in a group or team as compared to when working individually or coactively. It occurs because individuals assume that their contribution is less important and will be compensated by the effort of others.

The Reduction in Motivation and Effort When Individuals Work Collectively