Lecture 13

Question 1

What are process losses in group performance?

Answer 1

Inefficient use of resources due to:

• Motivation Losses
• Coordination Losses

Question 2

What did the Ringelmann Effect demonstrate?

Answer 2

Average individual performance decreases as group size increases

Question 3

What is social loafing?

Answer 3

The tendency for individuals to exert less effort when working in a group compared to when working alone.

Question 4

What are the two dimensions of team cohesion in Carron’s model?

Answer 4

Social Cohesion – relationships and bonds among team members.

Task Cohesion – commitment to achieving team goals.

Question 5

What are the four types of team dependence in sports?

Answer 5

Interactive (e.g., basketball)

Coactive (e.g., golf)

Reactive-Proactive (e.g., baseball)

Proactive-Proactive (e.g., relay races)