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CLEP Social Sciences

Category - Social Sciences

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It has been observed that cyclists tend to have faster racing times when practicing with a team as compared to practicing alone. What is this phenomenon known as?
  1. Social facilitation
  2. Shaping
  3. Modeling
  4. Social influence
Explanation
Answer - A - This phenomenon is known as social facilitation.

Key Takeaway: Social facilitation refers to the tendency for people to perform better when they are working with others or being watched; a cyclist practicing in a group will tend to be faster than when practicing alone.
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