A Research Question That Asks What Causes Specific Behaviors to Occur

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Multiple Choice

A research question that asks what causes specific behaviors to occur is a:

• A) descriptive research question
• B) causal research question
• C) fundamental research question
• D) vital research question

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Definitions:

Grapevine

An informal communication network within an organization, where information, rumors, and gossip are spread beyond official channels.

Management by Walking Around

A management style where leaders informally check in with employees, gather insights, and foster open communication by literally walking around the workplace.

Communication Model

A theoretical framework that describes the process of transmitting and receiving messages or information between two or more parties.

Encode Message

The process of transforming information into a form that can be understood by a receiver during communication.