Corporate Use of Instant Messaging (IM)is Expected to Grow Rapidly

question 56

Multiple Choice

Corporate use of instant messaging (IM) is expected to grow rapidly for all of the following reasons except:

• A) IM offers real-time communication among geographically dispersed employees
• B) IM is an inexpensive alternative to travel
• C) Responses are more accurate than verbal communication
• D) IM demands the immediate attention of its users

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