Darius is good at understanding his coworkers and he can use that knowledge to get people to act in ways that enhance his long-term personal goals. What can be said of Darius?
A) He knows how to manage the grapevine.
B) He has acquired political skill.
C) He understands the office rumor mill.
D) He practices intercultural communication.

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Darius has acquired political skills, which involve understanding the informal power structure within an organization and using that knowledge to influence others to achieve personal goals. The other choices, managing the grapevine, understanding the office rumor mill, and practicing intercultural communication, do not accurately describe the skills or behaviors mentioned in the question.

Darius Is Good at Understanding His Coworkers and He Can