Why Do Some Employers Forbid Employees to Use Instant Messaging

question 49

Multiple Choice

Why do some employers forbid employees to use instant messaging (IM) and texting?

• A)Instant messaging and texting are more expensive to use than faxes or phone calls.
• B)Some employers consider IM and texting distractions.
• C)Delivery of instant and text messages takes longer than e-mail message delivery.
• D)According to federal regulations, businesses cannot conduct business using instant or text messaging.

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Definitions:

Cash Payments

Outflows of cash from a company to settle debts, purchase goods or services, or make investments.

Cash Account

An account recording the amounts of cash received and paid out in transactions.

Credit

A financial term denoting the provision of money, goods, or services with the expectation of future payment.

Consuming Goods

The action of using up goods or products, thereby reducing inventory.