Most Early Interpretations of the Hawthorne Studies Argued That the Factor

question 22

Multiple Choice

Most early interpretations of the Hawthorne studies argued that the factor that best explained increased output was:

• A) money.
• B) days off.
• C) human relations.
• D) lighting.
• E) free food.

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