Since Ben's Supervisor Is Out Sick, Ben Has Been Called

question 26

Multiple Choice

Since Ben's supervisor is out sick, Ben has been called on to give an impromptu briefing to the other employees at his company. This situation is likely to cause ________ communication apprehension.

• A) trait
• B) novelty
• C) subordinate
• D) formal

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Definitions:

Cost Driver

An element that influences the expense of an operation or procedure to vary, utilized in activity-based costing for more precise cost allocation.

Support Department

An organizational unit that provides essential services, such as human resources or IT support, but does not directly contribute to the production of goods or services.

Direct Costs

Costs that are identified with and traced to a cost object.

Wages and Salaries

Payments made to employees for their labor or services, typically based on hours worked (wages) or a set rate per period (salaries).