Which of the Following Statements About Informal Communication in Organizations

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about informal communication in organizations is true?

• A) Informal communication follows the same channels as formal communication does.
• B) Informal communication channels cannot be managed.
• C) Information carried through informal communication channels is estimated to be only about 30 percent accurate.
• D) The best management strategy for controlling informal communication is to withhold information they wish to keep from employees.
• E) None of these statements about informal communication in organizations is true.

Describe the effectiveness of various memory improvement techniques.

Understand the concept of memory encoding and retrieval processes.

Acknowledge the effects of distributed practice on long-term memory retention.

Understand the mechanisms underlying learning and memory at the neurological level.

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Definitions:

Computer Assisted Telephone Interviewing (CATI)

A method of conducting surveys where an interviewer uses a computer system to guide the process and record responses.

Text-Based

Relates to communication or information that is delivered primarily through written language.

Email-Based

Pertaining to methods, communication, or processes that are conducted through the use of email.

Synergistic Group Effect

The phenomenon where the combined effort of a group produces a greater effect than the sum of their individual efforts.