Which of the Following Is an Effective Strategy to Break

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an effective strategy to break bad news to employees?

• A)Minimize the severity of the news by sugarcoating it.
• B)Give little time for employees to react to the bad news.
• C)Provide information as soon as possible.
• D)Avoid the discomfort of follow-up queries.

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Definitions:

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