The mass media exercise little control over the events, people, and issues that do and do not reach the public.

a. true
b. false


false

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Copyright law protects the creator's particular

a. manner of expression. b. ideas. c. factual discoveries. d. All of the above

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Each time the members met to discuss the group's objective, Devin tried to influence others by cleverly redirecting the discussion to a conclusion that she preferred

What does Devin need to do if the team wants to perform well, and why? a) Devin needs to develop some problem orientation, so that others perceive her as a person who genuinely strives for a solution that will benefit all the concerned members b) Devin needs to start treating her team members with equality, so that they enter into participative planning with mutual trust and respect. c) Devin needs to employ a strategy, so that her preplanned communications can steer the team to productivity. d) Devin needs to subtly gain some control of the team, so that she can show them what is good for them through her communications.

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Olga is discussing her work schedule with her supervisor. She is not happy with her assignment and tells her supervisor, "You assign the best training dates to the people in your work group

" Based on Olga's comment, what does your book recommend so she could be more effective at managing this conflict? a. Check her understanding of the supervisor's message b. Own her statements by using descriptive language c. Use self-talk d. Discuss the pros and cons of the solution.

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