Understanding Communication Definition

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Which aspect plays a significant role in affecting communication according to the text?

Context (correct)
Receiver's Education
Medium
Internal Stimulus

What is the type of communication that is made across all levels and functional departments of an organization?

Lateral Communication
External Communication
Crosswise Communication (correct)
Vertical Communication

Who is the person who sends the message in the communication process?

Medium
Receiver
Encoder (correct)
Channel

What are the sources of external stimulus mentioned in the text?

Letter, Memo, Telephone Call, Fax (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of communication is focused on information sharing and coordination among colleagues at the same level?

Lateral Communication (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should be clear when writing a message according to the text?

The main objective of the message (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of downwards communication as described in the text?

To assign duties and give instructions to subordinates (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to H.Norman, how can communication be defined?

As a process of sharing information that leads to understanding (D) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes upwards communication from downwards communication?

Upwards communication is from subordinates to seniors while downwards communication is from seniors to subordinates (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a means of communication in the text?

Emojis and stickers (B) Signup and view all the answers

What role does communication play in establishing and maintaining relationships as per the text?

Communication establishes and maintains relationships (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does Merriam Webster define communication?

As a process involving sharing information through exchange of thoughts, messages, speech, visuals, signals, or writing (B) Signup and view all the answers

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