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Shane Dermott Is a Manager at a Software Design Firm

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Shane Dermott is a manager at a software design firm that develops software programs for clients using multiple teams of specialists. One of his most successful teams has been performing very well for years and so it came as a surprise to Shane when he noticed a sharp drop in the team's performance. He decided to speak with the team members individually and find a solution. After interviewing all 7 team members, he determined that one of the team members performed routine administrative tasks that were hardly visible to any of the other team members and understood that this was a case of social loafing which demotivated the entire group. Which of the following would most likely improve the performance of the employee who was social loafing?

Understand the principle and application of de-emphasizing less important information in business communication.

Understand the importance of adapting sentences and paragraphs to the intended readers.

Recognize the value of logical order in enhancing coherence in messages.

Identify the impact of sentence length on emphasis in communication.

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MDMA

3,4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine, a psychoactive drug primarily used for recreational purposes, known for its ability to increase feelings of empathy and pleasure.

Ecstasy

A synthetic, psychoactive drug known for its ability to produce feelings of increased energy, pleasure, and emotional warmth.

Blood Alcohol Concentration

The percentage of alcohol in a person's bloodstream, used as a measure of intoxication for legal and medical purposes.

Hard Liquor

A type of alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented, resulting in a higher alcohol content.