The Increase of Technology in the Workplace Has Resulted in More

question 96

Multiple Choice

The increase of technology in the workplace has resulted in more employees working at home and telecommuting. Telecommuting employees rely heavily on e-mail communication to complete work tasks. Which statement, if True, BEST supports those who claim that e-mail communication fosters increased misunderstandings?

• A) The high volume of e-mail discourages employees from interacting with coworkers face to face, thus leading to more misunderstandings.
• B) Most e-mail communication among workers is polite and to the point.
• C) People who e-mail frequently don't know how to communicate verbally with others.
• D) E-mail fosters more nonverbal communications between workers in a company.
• E) Workers communicate more frequently about work when e-mailing.

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