Which of the Following Best Describes the Hawthorne Effect

question 118

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the Hawthorne effect?

• A) It refers to the tendency of people who are singled out for special attention to perform as anticipated because of expectations created by the situation.
• B) It implies that satisfied need does not motivate behavior.
• C) It refers to a need that is activated only when the next-lower-level need is satisfied.
• D) It implies that people dislike work, lack ambition, act irresponsibly, and prefer to be led.
• E) It implies that people are willing to work, like responsibility, and are self-directed and creative.

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Definitions:

Pressure Angle

The angle at which force is applied to the teeth of gears in mesh, affecting efficiency and strength of the gear teeth.

Radial Distance

The measure from the center of a circle to its perimeter, relevant in various contexts, including geometry and mechanical design.

Mating Tooth

In gear terminology, a tooth on one gear that engages with a corresponding tooth on a mating gear to transmit motion.

Addendum

In gear terminology, the radial distance between the pitch circle and the top of the teeth.