List and describe nine ways language can be an obstacle to communication

What will be an ideal response?

Descriptions will vary. Obstacles include: Speech is not like written language, slang, jargon, sexist and racist language, small talk, cliché, profanity, euphemisms, and doublespeak.

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Three men Frederick Taylor, Henri Fayol, and Max Weber were largely responsible for developing the major concepts of the Scientific Management approach

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Too much cohesion has what potential effects on group discussion?

A) It increases arguments among members. B) It results in more critical thinking about ideas. C) It diminishes critical thought and argument. D) It enhances the quality of outcomes. E) It can cause group members to become more critical of each other.

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