One of the Largest Airlines in the Country Is in Negotiations

question 27

Multiple Choice

One of the largest airlines in the country is in negotiations with the pilot, flight attendant, and mechanic unions to discuss how a bankruptcy might be adverted. After a day-long conference between the CEO of the airline and the heads of the pilot, flight attendant, and mechanic unions, all four leaders take time to talk to the media together. Which guideline of effective communications are these leaders concerned with?

• A) be present
• B) don't "spin"
• C) communicate plan of action
• D) be sensitive with affected parties
• E) avoid conflicting messages
• F) show a plan for how you will avoid a repeat in the future
• G) don't make excuses for the leader
• H) go the extra mile
• I) take credit without being self-absorbed
• J) be honest and straightforward with the media

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Definitions:

Marginal Tax Rate

The rate at which the last dollar of income is taxed, reflecting the percentage of tax paid on any additional dollar earned.

Average Tax Rate

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Federal Personal Income Tax

A tax levied by the federal government on individuals’ earnings, varying in rate based on income level.

Government Purchases

Expenditures made by the government for goods and services that directly satisfy the needs of the community or are used to provide public services.