Which of the following statements is true regarding the grapevine?
A) It is a formal channel of communication in an organization.
B) It is not an important source of information for employees.
C) It does not serve employees' needs.
D) It has an impact on whether job applicants join an organization.
E) The grapevine is a popular form of written communication.

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The grapevine is an informal channel of communication that is often spread through rumors and gossip among employees. This can have an impact on the organization's reputation and may affect job applicants' decisions to join the organization. Therefore, statement D is the only true statement regarding the grapevine. The other options are incorrect as the grapevine is informal, serves employees' needs for informal information, and is not a form of written communication.

Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding the Grapevine