Communication Barriers Can Be Overcome, Perceptual Distortions Can Be Minimised

question 34

Multiple Choice

Communication barriers can be overcome, perceptual distortions can be minimised, and the communication process can be improved by doing all of the following EXCEPT:

• A) providing constructive feedback.
• B) discounting diversity.
• C) using space and technology.
• D) opening communication channels.
• E) engaging in active listening.

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Definitions:

Profit

The financial gain realized when the amount of revenue gained exceeds the expenses, costs, and taxes needed to sustain the operation.

Factory Overhead

Factory overhead encompasses all indirect costs associated with manufacturing, such as utilities, maintenance, and management salaries, not directly tied to the production of goods.

Machine Hours

A measure of the total time that a machine or set of machines has been operating, often used to allocate factory overhead costs.

Underapplied

In costing, this term refers to a situation where the overhead allocated to products or services is less than the actual overhead incurred.