Communication Importance and Definition

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What is the Latin word from which the word 'communication' has been derived?

Communio

Communicare (correct)

Commuovere

Communis

According to Keith Davis, how is communication defined?

Interchange of thought and information

Exchange of facts and viewpoints

Process of transmitting information between two or more persons (correct)

Passing of information between individuals and organizations

How does T.S. Mathews describe communication?

Unpredictable and challenging

Simple and effortless

Complex and difficult (correct)

Effortless yet complex

What is Peter Little's definition of communication in his book Communication in Business?

Process of passing information for understanding response Signup and view all the answers

How does W.H. Newman and C.F. Summer Jr define communication?

Interchange of facts and ideas Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of communication in ensuring interaction between people of different countries and cultures?

It helps to build relationships and fosters love and understanding Signup and view all the answers

What is implied if the receiver is not considered in communication?

Communication will not occur Signup and view all the answers

How does communication impact the functioning of an organization?

It makes the basic management functions possible Signup and view all the answers

How does communication help in improving the motivation of employees?

By providing feedback that helps managers understand employees better Signup and view all the answers

Why is correct interpretation of the message important from the point of view of organizational efficiency?

It helps in improving decision-making and human action towards goal accomplishment Signup and view all the answers

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What is the Latin word from which the word 'communication' has been derived?

According to Keith Davis, how is communication defined?

How does T.S. Mathews describe communication?

What is Peter Little's definition of communication in his book Communication in Business?

How does W.H. Newman and C.F. Summer Jr define communication?

What is the role of communication in ensuring interaction between people of different countries and cultures?

What is implied if the receiver is not considered in communication?

How does communication impact the functioning of an organization?

How does communication help in improving the motivation of employees?

Why is correct interpretation of the message important from the point of view of organizational efficiency?

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