Which of the Following Statements Can Be Inferred from the Hawthorne

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements can be inferred from the Hawthorne studies?

• A) The perception of being observed is irrelevant to the change observed in the group.
• B) People act differently when they become aware of the fact that someone cares about them.
• C) Changes in behavior are intentional, and the members are completely aware of their behavior.
• D) All of the above.

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