Observations are likely to alter the circumstances and potentially change the behavior of those being observed, often referred to as ______.
A) groupthink
B) the Hawthorne Effect
C) Small Group Polarization.
D) the Placebo Effect

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The Hawthorne Effect is a phenomenon where individuals modify their behavior in response to being observed. This can occur in research studies or in workplace settings where workers may change their productivity or behavior when they know they are being monitored. This effect can potentially impact the validity of research results, as the behavior being observed may not accurately reflect the behavior that would occur in a natural setting.

Observations Are Likely to Alter the Circumstances and Potentially Change