Briefly describe the role of informal communication as discussed by classical theorists

What will be an ideal response?


Classical theories did not acknowledge the usefulness of communication other
than that which occurred formally (e.g., supervisor to subordinate). Efforts were taken to
ensure that horizontal and upward communications were minimized at all costs.

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Microphones with this type of pickup pattern get sounds equally well from all sides:

A. omnidirectional B. unidirectional C. bidirectional D. cardioid

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Vigilance is relatively easy to achieve

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Explaining Adolf Hitler's identity to a college audience

A. is insulting to the intelligence of the listeners. B. is unnecessary for listeners at the college level. C. is necessary for about 60 percent of a typical college audience. D. can be carried out indirectly, without insulting anyone's intelligence.

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