The Hawthorne Studies Originally Concluded That Supportive Managers Paying Attention

question 26

Multiple Choice

The Hawthorne studies originally concluded that supportive managers paying attention to workers made them more productive.However,a reanalysis of the data suggested that the productivity increase was due to managerial discipline and _______________.

• A) fear of job loss
• B) peer pressure
• C) productivity bonuses
• D) job training

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Definitions:

Herman and Chomsky

Edward Herman and Noam Chomsky, authors of the "Manufacturing Consent" theory, which critiques the media's role in propagating elite interests.

Mass Media

Various platforms of communication that are capable of reaching a large audience, including television, newspapers, radio, and the internet, often used for disseminating information, entertainment, and advertising.

Face-To-Face Interaction

Direct, in-person communication between individuals, allowing for non-verbal cues and immediate feedback.

Functionalist Theories

Theories that view society as a complex system whose parts work together to promote solidarity and stability, emphasizing the interrelations of social institutions.