One of the First Steps in a Merger to Minimize

question 65

Multiple Choice

One of the first steps in a merger to minimize cultural clashes is to:

• A) significantly reduce the strength of the culture in both organizations.
• B) conduct a bicultural audit.
• C) significantly increase the strength of the culture in both organizations.
• D) replace the chief executives in both organizations before merger negotiations begin.
• E) conduct a bicultural audit AND significantly reduce the strength of the culture in both organizations.

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Definitions:

Communicating

The process of conveying information, ideas, or feelings between individuals or groups, employing various means such as verbal, nonverbal, or written methods.

Semantic Barriers

Obstacles to communication that occur due to differences in interpretation of words or phrases.

Nonverbal Barriers

Obstacles to effective communication caused by non-linguistic elements such as body language, gestures, and facial expressions that prevent clear understanding.

Responding Barriers

Challenges or obstacles that interfere with the effectiveness of communication responses, such as noise, distractions, or misunderstandings.