Senior Executives at a Large Tire Company Learned That One

question 32

Multiple Choice

Senior executives at a large tire company learned that one line of tires had a tendency to fall apart in very warm weather. This resulted in several vehicle accidents in the Middle East and South America. However, the executives did not hear about these problems until several weeks after they were known to lower-level managers. Although the senior executives encourage staff to communicate all information, the lower-level staff held back the information for fear that they might lose their jobs. Which communication concept best describes this communication situation?

• A)Filtering
• B)Flaming
• C)Information overload
• D)Persuasive communication
• E)Media richness

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Definitions:

Sweat

Perspiration; secretions produced by the sweat glands of the skin; also called sensible perspiration.

Hematocrit

Percentage of blood volume occupied by erythrocytes.

ADH Production

The synthesis of Antidiuretic Hormone, also known as vasopressin, which is responsible for regulating water balance in the body by controlling the amount of water reabsorbed by the kidneys.

Body Fluids Osmolality

A measure of the solute concentration in body fluids, important for maintaining proper osmotic balance across cell membranes.