Which of the following is one of the important discoveries of the Hawthorne studies?

A) Money is the only motivator for high productivity.
B) Better physical conditions will improve employee productivity.
C) Supervisors who micromanage their employees stand a higher chance of motivating workforces.
D) Employees who are not motivated to work are unlikely to be motivated by any incentives related to work.
E) Managers who understand the needs,beliefs,and expectations of people have the greatest success in motivating their workers.

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Final Answer : E, Explanation :  The Hawthorne studies highlighted the importance of social relations and employee attitudes in the workplace, leading to the understanding that managers who are attuned to the needs, beliefs, and expectations of their employees can more effectively motivate them. This shifted the focus from purely physical or financial conditions to the psychological well-being of workers.

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