Which of the Following Should One Do While Analyzing Business

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following should one do while analyzing business communication situations?

• A) Avoid taking into account emotions of other people when stakes are high
• B) Take into account the needs of the organization and not those outside the organization
• C) Use written channels instead of oral channels for better decision making
• D) Use detailed instructions to understand audiences and corporate culture
• E) Consider one's own needs in addition to those of one's superior and audience

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