Because communication is frequently biased when flowing upward, subordinates may do which if the following?
A) Only communicate with their bosses only when they have to.
B) Use email as a means to communicate with their bosses.
C) Communicate to their bosses only in writing.
D) Filter information and tell their superiors only what they think the boss wants to hear.
E) Tell their bosses everything they know about a subject.

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Due to the bias in upward communication, subordinates may filter information before communicating with their superiors and only share what they believe the boss wants to hear. This is because subordinates may be hesitant to share negative or critical information that could reflect poorly on their performance or be perceived as insubordination.

Because Communication Is Frequently Biased When Flowing Upward, Subordinates May