Formal and informal communication

What type of messages does formal communication convey?

• Messages for organizational purposes
• Personal messages
• Messages related to policy matters
• Messages between friends

What is the characteristic of the free flow channel of communication?

• Unproductivity
• Adjustable and informal
• Time-consuming
• Lack of coordination

What is the major disadvantage of the wheel channel of communication?

• Lack of coordination
• Unproductivity
• Time-consuming
• Lack of horizontal communication

What is the flow of communication like in a circular channel?

• Systematic and easy to manage
• Very slow and laggard
• Adjustable and informal
• Unproductive and time-consuming

In which type of formal communication network can every individual be in contact and communicate with two persons adjacent to them?

• Free Flow
• Single Chain
• Wheel
• Circular

What are the two types of communication based on organizational structure?

• Verbal communication and nonverbal communication
• Internal communication and external communication
• Written communication and oral communication
• Formal communication and informal communication

What is the main characteristic of formal communication?

• It is always written
• It follows a predefined path or channel
• It is used between individuals with informal relations
• It deals with personal messages

What is formal communication?

• Communication that is only written
• Communication that is uncontrolled and undirected
• Communication accomplished through a proper chain of command
• Communication that is personal

What is the purpose of formal communication?

• To communicate policy matters
• To have casual conversations
• To convey personal messages
• To establish informal relationships

Which type of formal communication network allows communication between a subordinate and his senior official?

• Free Flow
• Single Chain
• Wheel
• Circular