If Everyone Using the Same Equipment Performs Poorly, the Tendency

question 138

Multiple Choice

If everyone using the same equipment performs poorly, the tendency is to attribute any one person's poor performance to __________ causes; but if other people using the equipment perform well while one person performs poorly, the tendency is to attribute that individual's poor performance to __________ causes.

• A) external; internal
• B) internal; external
• C) external; external
• D) outside; inside
• E) inside; outside

Explain the impact of conjunctive and disjunctive statements on communication flow.

Analyze the importance of cultural context in interpreting behavior.

Understand the effects of demeaning messages and barriers in communication.

Explain how perceptions, attitudes, beliefs, and interpretations shape communication.

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Definitions:

Shareholders

Individuals or entities that own shares of stock in a corporation, giving them ownership interests and possibly rights to dividends and voting.

Management

Management involves the organization and coordination of activities to achieve defined objectives, typically within a business setting.

Corporate Executives

Senior managers or high-level administrators in charge of directing and overseeing a corporation's activities.

Internal Board

A governing body within an organization, typically made up of members from the organization, tasked with oversight and decision-making responsibilities.