The Hawthorne studies:
A) were poorly designed from a research perspective.
B) provide weak empirical support for their conclusions.
C) are criticized for generalizing their findings.
D) represent a shift in research attention from technical to human concerns.
E) All of the above are true about Hawthorne studies.

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The Hawthorne studies are criticized for their research design, weak empirical support, and overgeneralization of findings. However, they are significant for shifting focus from technical aspects to human factors in the workplace.

The Hawthorne Studies