Deck 3: A Brief Historical Overview of Managerial Communication

Question 1

With regard to technology, a manager's most important decision is whether to use technological media.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

Today's managers manage information.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Written media are perceived to show:

A) urgency and personal concern
B) authority and legitimacy
C) a desire for teamwork and a strong impression
D) goodwill and protocol

Answer 3

authority and legitimacy

Question 4

Managerial decision making:

A) is hindered by information technology
B) implements GDSS
C) identifies problems and multiple solutions
D) leads to bandwidth jamming

Question 5

What do you believe would be the greatest difficulty in becoming proficient in collaborative writing?