The Traditional Top-Down, Command-And-Control Approach to Organizational Communication Is Giving

question 94

Multiple Choice

The traditional top-down, command-and-control approach to organizational communication is giving way to a more dynamic form of communication that is characterized by __________, which involves a give-and-take exchange of information.

• A) redundant communications
• B) upward communication
• C) organizational conversations
• D) communication apprehension
• E) gossip

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Definitions:

Legislation

Laws enacted by a governmental body, such as statutes or acts, established to regulate, authorize, sanction, grant, declare, or restrict.

Mediator

A neutral third party who facilitates discussion between parties to a dispute to encourage and assist their coming to an agreement; sometimes referred to as a conciliator.

Agreement

A mutual understanding or arrangement between two or more parties, usually establishing a legal obligation.

Administrative Tribunals

Specialized dispute adjudication forums created by statute, that have been given quasi-judicial powers to resolve disputes and enforce legislation.