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What term is used to refer to communication that is a natural part of human interaction and not seen as different from face-to-face communication?

  • Mediatised communication (correct)
  • Virtual communication
  • Digital communication
  • Traditional communication

What has made the distinction between face-to-face and mediated communication unnecessary in some cases?

  • Physical distance between communicators
  • Interactive nature of digital communication (correct)
  • Communication tools like flash drives
  • Temporal distance between communicators

Which of the following devices is NOT mentioned as part of digital technologies in the text?

  • Flashlights (correct)
  • Hard drives
  • Connected computers
  • Smart devices

What is the key feature that allows communicators to engage actively in digital communication despite being dispersed in space and time?

<p>Immediate feedback (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In today's world, what term is used to define communication that depends on the internet and computer networks?

<p>Digital media (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What concept is closely linked to physical distance between communicators?

<p>Time-orientation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the functions of organisational communication according to the text?

<p>Facilitating control over employees (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term is associated with the human side of management in organisational communication?

<p>Relational function (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was managerial work mainly focused on traditionally?

<p>Planning, organizing, coordinating, and monitoring (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what industry was industrial theatre used to educate mine workers about safety issues?

<p>Mining (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which study unit discussed communication as a process of transmission, transaction, and meaning creation?

<p>Study unit 1 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the more human side of management add to organisational communication?

<p>Relational function (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an intranet within an organization?

<p>To store and make accessible organizational information (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which technology is primarily used for crisis communication according to the text?

<p>E-mail (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of computer management systems mentioned in the text?

<p>Storage of organizational information for decision-making (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do social media platforms influence communication according to the text?

<p>By allowing instantaneous messaging, sharing, and co-creating content (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of online marketing is emphasized in the given text?

<p>Replacing traditional media with digital channels (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes an intranet from an internet based on the text?

<p>Intranet is an internal site for organizational information, while internet is for external communication (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of overt influencing communication?

<p>Encouraging a customer to buy an additional product (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of message is intentionally sent by an organization to its stakeholders?

<p>Planned messages (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can stakeholders perceive planned messages as due to their intentional nature?

<p>Biased (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way can unplanned messages be described?

<p>Outside the organization's control (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of relational communication according to the text?

<p>Negotiating differences and conflict (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of an annual report?

<p>Providing financial statements to stakeholders (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered organisational written documentation?

<p>Social media posts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some older audio and visual communication aids mentioned in the text?

<p>Flip charts, overhead transparencies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In addition to personal communication, how do organisations use audio-visual media?

<p>For communication with employees or special interest groups (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of publication provides information significant to an organisations ability to create stakeholder value?

<p>Annual reports (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of material do organisations publish based on specific needs and situations?

<p>Brochures and pamphlets (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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