An IndustryWeek Survey of 845 Line Managers from Diverse Organizations

question 96

Multiple Choice

An IndustryWeek survey of 845 line managers from diverse organizations found that only 29 percent of first-level supervisors thought that their organization encouraged employees to express opinions openly. Which of the following do the overwhelming majority of these supervisors most likely engage in?

• A)organizational silence  
• B)organizational filtering  
• C)negative grapevining  
• D)lower-level filtering

Comprehend the role and calculation of gross profit in assessing company profitability.

Differentiate between types of income statements and the placement of revenue and expenses.

Identify the primary sources of revenue for different types of companies.

Recognize the importance of detailed inventory records in both inventory systems.

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