Which of the Following Statements Accurately Describes Communication Effectiveness

question 168

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements accurately describes communication effectiveness?

• A) Effective communication occurs when the sender's intended message and the receiver's interpreted meaning of that message are identical.
• B) Effective communication occurs when the receiver (subordinate) does exactly what the sender (supervisor) wants.
• C) Effective communication means there are no wasted words or gestures.
• D) Effective communication is the same as efficient communication.
• E) Effective communication occurs when minimal time is spent in the communication process.

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Definitions:

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