Communication Barriers Quiz

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Obstacles to effective communications due to language issues
Obstacles to effective communications caused by a lack of understanding of organizational structures
Obstacles to effective communications caused by differences in social norms, beliefs, and values (correct)
Obstacles to effective communications caused by conflicting mindsets and opinions

A lack of understanding of the internal functions and structures of the business
Individuals with contrasting and conflicting mindsets, opinions, or priorities
Miscommunications due to language issues such as tones, jargon, slang, dialects, and accents (correct)
Differences in social norms, beliefs, and values in different communities

<p>Any form of communication other than oral (verbal) communication (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Obstacles to effective communications caused by a lack of understanding of organizational structures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Cultural barriers to communication refer to the obstacles that arise from differences in values, customs, and beliefs among people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Grapevine communication involves unofficial channels, such as rumors, gossip, or informal conversations, that spread information through an organization.

Language barriers to communication stem from differences in language, dialect, or accent that create obstacles to effective communication.

Non-verbal communication refers to the process of conveying information through facial expressions, body language, tone of voice, and other non-verbal cues.

Organizational barriers to communication include factors such as hierarchy, rules, and regulations that hinder the flow of information within an organization.