Which of the Following Is True About the Informal Network

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about the informal network of an organization?

• A) It consists of the major, well-established channels for information exchange.
• B) It forms the main lines of operational communication.
• C) It is simple and follows a set pattern.
• D) It runs alongside the formal network.
• E) It is called a grapevine when it exists outside an organization.

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Definitions:

Labor Hours

The total number of hours worked by employees within a specific period, often used to measure productivity or labor costs.

Inventory Holding Cost

Expenses associated with storing unsold goods, including warehousing, insurance, taxes, depreciation, and opportunity costs of capital tied up in inventory.

Marginal Subcontracting Cost

The extra expense associated with outsourcing an additional unit of production or service.

Layoff Cost

The financial impact associated with the termination of employees traditionally as a result of downsizing, restructuring, or automation.