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Why is it important to have a clear chain of command in an organization?
Why is it important to have a clear chain of command in an organization?
- To prevent confusion and miscommunication among employees (correct)
- To reduce the workload of top-level managers
- To ensure that decisions are made quickly and efficiently
- To create a sense of competition among employees
Which type of communication flows from the lowest levels of an organization to the highest levels?
Which type of communication flows from the lowest levels of an organization to the highest levels?
- Lateral communication
- Upward communication (correct)
- Downward communication
- Vertical communication
What can result from violating the chain of command?
What can result from violating the chain of command?
- Improved officer morale
- Insubordination (correct)
- Better decision-making
- Faster promotions
What type of communication is across a level of the organization to employees on the same level within the chain of command?
What type of communication is across a level of the organization to employees on the same level within the chain of command?
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What is the process of granting decision-making authority to another person called?
What is the process of granting decision-making authority to another person called?
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What happens on each level of the chain of command?
What happens on each level of the chain of command?
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