Match the definition to the term.
-psychotechnics
A)a shift in research focus to the social and psychological factors influencing performance and satisfaction at work
B)a system to increase efficiency and productivity in the factory,generally accomplished by having workers do more in less time by giving them quick,repetitive,menial tasks,often on an assembly line
C)the application of psychology to business and industry
D)the practice of developing tests that match workers' aptitudes and skills to appropriate jobs

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Psychotechnics refers to the application of psychology to business and industry.

Answer: B
 This definition describes scientific management, which was a system aimed at increasing efficiency and productivity in the factory.

Answer: A
 This definition describes the human relations movement, which focused on the social and psychological factors influencing performance and satisfaction at work.

Answer: D
 This definition describes vocational guidance, which involves developing tests that match workers' aptitudes and skills to appropriate jobs.

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