Which of the following characterizes the American work week in this time of rapid technological innovation?
A)Thanks, in large part, to new technologies, the American work week is much shorter than it was fifty years ago.
B)With more women in the workforce, it is easier for men to take longer vacations away from the office.
C)Americans are spending more time at work and less time on vacation.
D)While Americans are decreasing the number of hours spent at work, many Europeans are increasing the time they spend working.
E)Few Americans work more than forty hours a week, which contributes to the notion of the "lazy" American.

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Rapid technological innovation has increased the demand for productivity and efficiency in the workplace, leading to longer working hours and less time for vacation. This trend has been observed in various studies and reports stating that Americans are spending more time at work than ever before. Option A is incorrect as the workweek has actually increased in recent years. Option B is not supported by any evidence and is a false statement. Option D is not relevant to the American workweek. Finally, option E is also incorrect as many Americans work more than forty hours a week and this stereotype of lazy Americans is not accurate.

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