Which of the Following Is NOT a Characteristic of Communication

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of communication in an effective team?

• A) Each team member spends about the same amount of time talking and listening .
• B) Although conversations occur among all the members, the leader should dominate a majority of the discussions .
• C) The conversations take place face to face and tend to be energetic and alive .
• D) Back-channel or sidebar conversations are typical .
• E) Team members often go outside the team to seek information and bring it back to share with the team .

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Definitions:

Abusive Supervisors

Managers or superiors who engage in persistent patterns of mistreatment towards their subordinates.

Higher Management

Senior-level executives or administrators in an organization responsible for making strategic decisions and overseeing overall operations.

Team Player

One who emphasizes group accomplishment and cooperation rather than individual achievement and not helping others.

Emotional Support

Providing comfort, reassurance, and understanding to someone to help them cope with emotional distress or difficulties.