Which of the Following Is a Formal Organization Communication Pattern

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a formal organization communication pattern that involves passing information from one individual to another in a sequence?

• A) lateral communication
• B) parallel conversations
• C) serial transmission
• D) grapevine
• E) chainmail

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Definitions:

Variable

An element, feature, or factor that is likely to vary or change; often used in statistical or scientific studies to measure effects or outcomes.

JIT

Just-In-Time; a supply chain management strategy aimed at reducing inventory costs by receiving goods only as they are needed in the production process.

MRP

Material Requirements Planning is a system for calculating the materials and components needed to manufacture a product, ensuring that materials are available for production and products are available for delivery.

EOQ Model

The Economic Order Quantity model, a formula used in inventory management to determine the optimal order size that minimizes total holding and ordering costs.