Which of the following is NOT consistent with the collective effort model (CEM)of social loafing?
A)People will loaf less if they believe that can reach their goal.
B)People loaf less when they work on easy,unchallenging tasks.
C)If people believe that a poor performance will affect them personally,they don't loaf.
D)People who are committed to their group and its goals loaf less than people are more interested in pursuing individualistic goals.

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The collective effort model suggests that people are more likely to loaf when they are working on easy, unchallenging tasks because they perceive that their efforts are not necessary for the success of the group. Therefore, option B contradicts the CEM as it suggests that people will not loaf on easier tasks.

Which of the Following Is NOT Consistent with the Collective