Unfortunately, groups can wind up being less, rather than more, than the sum of their parts. Why is this?

I’m working on a psychology multi-part question and need an explanation and answer to help me learn.

Complete the following in your own words. It will be run thru a plagiarism checker. Thanks.

Unfortunately, groups can wind up being less, rather than more, than the sum of their parts. Why is this?

Imagine a local company has contacted you regarding how they use and implement teams within the workplace.

Include the topics and models covered in the readings: crowding, evaluation apprehension, social loafing, groupthink, group polarization, social pressure, and minority influence.

Create a 10- to 18-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint®, research-based presentation to help the company understand the various benefits and pitfalls of team- or group-based work.

Address the following in your presentation:

Discuss research findings on the various dynamics of groups of people working together.
Each slide should list the model or theory addressed and a scenario to help the organization grasp the key concepts as well as advice on how to overcome the negative effects.
Translate the research results into everyday terms, as your audience will be people unfamiliar with psychological jargon.
Include a minimum of 3 credible, peer-reviewed resources in your presentation.

Format the citations in your presentation according to APA guidelines.