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sabina

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Which of the following statements is true regarding the grapevine?
 
  A) It is a formal channel of communication in an organization.
  B) About 10 percent of information that flows along the grapevine is accurate.
  C) It is controlled by management.
  D) Most employees perceive it as more believable and reliable than formal communiqus issued by top management.
  E) The grapevine is a popular form of written communication.

Question 2

Some research suggests nonfinancial incentives may be more motivating in the short term, but in the long run financial incentives are more motivating.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Reply #1 on: Jul 6, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: D) The informal communication network in a group or organization is called the grapevine. It is not controlled by management. Most employees perceive it as more believable and reliable than formal communiqus issued by top management. About 75 percent of information that flows along the grapevine is accurate. The grapevine is a popular form of oral communication.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE
Explanation: Some research suggests financial incentives may be more motivating in the short term, but nonfinancial incentives are more effective in the long run.


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sabina

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Reply #2 on: Jul 6, 2018
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