As a Department Head, You Cannot Assume That Your Downward

question 40

Multiple Choice

As a department head, you cannot assume that your downward communication is

• A) being received and understood by other department heads.
• B) offering employees the opportunity to air grievances.
• C) received and understood by people who report to you.
• D) sharing complete information with your peers.
• E) an informal network trusted by employees.

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