ELC270 PLC, LTD, &Communication and PLCs

What is a key similarity between a public limited company (PLC) and a private limited company (Ltd)?

• Both have no limit on the number of shareholders

• Both allow the public to buy shares

• Both are separate legal entities

• Both must be listed on the stock exchange

What is a major difference in how shares are traded between a public limited company (PLC) and a private limited company (Ltd)?

• A PLC can sell shares to the public; an Ltd cannot

• A PLC has fewer shareholders than an Ltd

• An Ltd is required to list shares on the stock exchange; a PLC is not

• Both can offer shares on the stock exchange

How is the financial reporting requirement different between a PLC and an Ltd?

• A PLC has less stringent reporting requirements than an Ltd

• A PLC must publish detailed financial reports; an Ltd does not

• Both have to publish their financial reports publicly

• An Ltd must file reports with the stock exchange, but a PLC does not

Which of the following is a governance similarity between a public limited company (PLC) and a private limited company (Ltd)?

• Both are managed by a board of directors

• Both have unlimited liability for shareholders

• Both must have at least 1,000 shareholders

• Both must publish their accounts on the stock exchange

What is one key characteristic of an effective communicator?

• They only speak when spoken to.

• They know how and when to speak or contact people.

• They avoid listening to others.

• They only share good news.

Why is active listening important in communication?

• It allows you to ignore others.

• It helps you communicate effectively.

• It makes you look busy.

• It is not important at all.

What should you do to keep your audience engaged while speaking?

• Speak in a monotonous voice.

• Use positive body language and modulate your voice.

• Read directly from your notes without looking up.

• Avoid asking questions.

What does it mean to "gather your thoughts" before speaking?

• To think about what you will say and organize your ideas.

• To memorize your speech word for word.

• To ignore the audience's reactions.

• To write everything down on paper.

How can you encourage feedback from your audience?

• By speaking without pausing.

• By asking questions during your presentation.

• By avoiding eye contact.

• By using complex vocabulary.

Which of the following best describes *formal communication* in an organization?

• Communication that happens during breaks and casual meetings

• A structured communication process governed by official rules and policies

• A one-on-one conversation between two employees

• Communication between friends after work