Which statement describes the informal communication referred to as "the grapevine?
A) Most personnel engaging in the unofficial exchange of information.
B) Information exchange is initiated by subordinates and directed upward
C) Information is conveyed unofficially by administration through department heads
D) The exchange of information initiated by someone in a staff position to someone in a line position
Answer: A) Most personnel engaging in the unofficial exchange of information.
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