Which One of the Following Conclusions Was Drawn by the Experimenters

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following conclusions was drawn by the experimenters from the bank wiring observation room experiment?

• A) The subjects did not find working in the test room enjoyable.
• B) Human factors within organizations could significantly influence production.
• C) Members of the work group pressured one another to work harder so that each group member would receive more pay.
• D) Improved working conditions resulted in increased production.
• E) Social groups in organizations could effectively exert pressure to influence individuals to disregard monetary incentives.

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Definitions:

Division Of Labor

The allocation of different parts of a manufacturing process or task to different individuals in order to improve efficiency and productivity.

Riskier Decision

A choice made under conditions of uncertainty with the potential for significant loss or gain, often involving a trade-off between potential outcomes.

Self-Managing Teams

Groups of workers who are given the autonomy to plan and execute their work without the direct supervision of management.

Structural Implications

Refers to the consequences or effects that organizational, physical, or social structures have on individuals or processes.