Employees are empowered when they:
A)practice job specialization.
B)experience self-reinforcement.
C)engage in positive self-talk.
D)experience freedom and discretion.
E)experience self-reinforcement and engage in positive self-talk.

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Employees are empowered when they experience freedom and discretion, meaning they have control over their work and decision-making processes. This allows for creativity and innovation, which can lead to increased job satisfaction and motivation. Job specialization (A) may limit an employee's ability to expand their skill set, while self-reinforcement (B) and positive self-talk (C) can help with motivation and confidence but do not necessarily empower employees. E is partially correct but not the best answer, as the key factor in empowerment is the experience of freedom and discretion.

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