A manager is concerned about the level of gossip and "grapevine" communication on the unit. A management consultant explains to the manager that the "grapevine" often occurs when
a. little communication comes from management.
b. management is not trusted to divulge information.
c. regular communication is too slow or irregular.
d. workers feel uncertain or worried about changes.
D
Grapevines provide a valued source of information when employees feel threatened, insecure, or are facing organizational changes.
Lack of communication is not one of the core reasons grapevines come into being.
Distrust of management is not one of the core reasons grapevines exist.
Slow or irregular communication is not one of the causative factors for the "grapevine."
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