The Hawthorne Studies Were Important Because They

question 61

Multiple Choice

The Hawthorne Studies were important because they

• A) introduced the idea that social and psychological factors affect productivity and morale.
• B) presented important data about how managers perceive their employees.
• C) showed that workers should control the workplace.
• D) used fear as a motivator.
• E) dealt with self-actualization needs.

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Definitions:

Boomerang Kids

Young adults who return to live with their parents after a period of living on their own, often due to economic factors, job instability, or personal choice.

Marital Satisfaction

The degree or extent to which individuals feel content and fulfilled in their marital or partnership relationship.

Self-Disclosure

The act of revealing personal or private information about oneself to others.

Conflict

A serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one, between individuals, groups, or nations.