In most cases, withholding or delaying negative information in the workplace
A) can help your audience accept it.
B) will increase your credibility.
C) may be unethical or illegal.
D) will allow the situation to resolve itself.
E) can forestall legal action.
Answer: C
Explanation: C) The challenge of sending and receiving negative messages can tempt one to delay or distort bad news. However, doing so may not only be unethical but also illegal. In recent years, various stakeholders have sued companies for allegedly withholding or delaying negative information in areas such as finances, environmental hazards, and product safety.
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a. 25 percent b. 33 percent c. 75 percent d. 67 percent
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A. action. B. engage. C. interact. D. move. E. purchase.
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