Which of these was not an important finding of the Hawthorne studies?
A) Individual work attitudes are influenced by group attitudes.
B) Systematic changes in lighting can improve employee productivity.
C) Relationships between researchers and employees influence employees' behaviors.
D) Group members make sure others don't produce too much or too little.

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The Hawthorne studies primarily concluded that workers' productivity increased due to the attention they received from researchers, rather than systematic changes in environmental conditions such as lighting. This finding led to the understanding of what is now known as the Hawthorne effect, emphasizing the social and psychological factors that affect productivity and work behavior.

Which of These Was Not an Important Finding of the Hawthorne