As a new hire, you've noticed that your bosses expect more formality than those in your previous job. For instance, rather than addressing a boss by his or her first name, you must use a title and the last name. Which of the following audience concepts BEST accounts for the difference?
A) Values.
B) Discourse community.
C) Organizational culture.
D) Strategy.
E) None of the above.

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Organizational culture best accounts for the difference because it encompasses the norms, values, and practices that dictate how people interact within an organization, including communication styles and formalities.

As a New Hire, You've Noticed That Your Bosses Expect