The Tendency to Delay,downplay or Distort Bad News

question 55

Multiple Choice

The tendency to delay,downplay or distort bad news

• A) is natural, and you should de-emphasize the news at all costs.
• B) can lead to problems with internal communication, but generally not with external audiences.
• C) can lead to unethical decisions and even lawsuits.
• D) can be eliminated by punishing employees who regularly deliver bad news.
• E) is not an issue unless money is involved.

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