Which of the Following Is an Example of Upward Communication

question 109

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of upward communication in an organization?

• A)Three administrative assistants meet to discuss possible software upgrades.
• B)A department manager sends a text message to his employees about a new overtime policy.
• C)A warehouse worker suggests to his boss a way to improve employee morale.
• D)The CEO sends an e-mail message to all employees inviting them to a company picnic.

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Definitions:

Resource Scarcity

A situation where resources are limited or insufficient to meet the demands of individuals or organizations, leading to competition and strategic decision-making.

Task Interdependence

the degree to which the tasks of individual workers or groups within an organization are linked or reliant upon each other.

Collectivist Cultures

Societies that prioritize group goals over individual desires, emphasizing community, cooperation, and interdependence.

High Power Distance

A cultural dimension that reflects the extent to which less powerful members of organizations and institutions accept and expect that power is distributed unequally.