When Public Relations Operates as Part of Organizational Overhead and Consists

question 9

Multiple Choice

When public relations operates as part of organizational overhead and consists mainly of routine communication output and highly structured activities:

• A)The focus is on "Management by Objectives."
• B)The function deals primarily with "programmed decisions."
• C)The emphasis is on "nonprogrammed decisions."
• D)The practitioner plays the "problem-solving facilitator" role.
• E)The function has achieved "line management" status.

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Definitions:

Side Effects

Unintended consequences of an action or decision that can be either beneficial or harmful.

Settlement Cost

The expenses incurred in the resolution of a dispute, transaction, or litigation, including legal fees, negotiation costs, and any payments made to settle the case.

Threat

a potential cause of harm or adverse effect on someone or something.

Raise Request

A formal or informal petition for an increase in salary or wages.