The Organizational Grapevine Is Useful Because It

question 65

Multiple Choice

The organizational grapevine is useful because it

• A)provides detailed information that more formal communication channels tend to ignore.
• B)fulfills employees' drive to bond.
• C)is an effective way for management to inform employees about future organizational changes.
• D)reduces information overload.
• E)is an effective way for management to communicate to employees and reduces information overload.

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Definitions:

Top Management Team

The group of highest-ranking executives responsible for the strategic direction and overall performance of an organization.

Values Statements

Declarations made by organizations or individuals which reflect their core beliefs and standards guiding their behavior and decision-making.

Old Ideology

Traditional beliefs, values, or doctrines that may no longer be fully relevant in the current context but still influence behavior and attitudes.

Relevant Elements

Components or aspects that have significant importance or bearing on the matter at hand.