Which of the following best describes the Hawthorne effect?
A) It refers to the tendency of people who are singled out for special attention to perform as anticipated because of expectations created by the situation.
B) It implies that satisfied need does not motivate behaviour.
C) It refers to a need that is activated only when the next-lower-level need is satisfied.
D) It implies that people dislike work, lack ambition, act irresponsibly, and prefer to be led.
E) It implies that people are willing to work, like responsibility, and are self-directed and creative.

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The Hawthorne effect refers to the tendency of people to change their behavior when they are singled out for special attention or are aware that they are being studied. This can lead to an increase in productivity or other positive outcomes, even if the intervention itself is not effective. This effect was first observed in research conducted at the Hawthorne Works plant in the 1920s and 1930s.

Which of the Following Best Describes the Hawthorne Effect