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If a company must share bad news quickly with the public,which of the following would be an appropriate way to accomplish this?


A) Websites
B) Memos
C) Telephone
D) Letter
E) Group meeting

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Discuss the ramifications of firing employees from their job by email or text message.

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Firing via a text message or email is im...

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After composing a bad-news message,analyze the situation by asking yourself about the goal of your message,the audience,content,organization,and medium.

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When conveying a bad-news message,how might the use of the word "you" be interpreted?

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Which of the following approaches is most likely to be appropriate for closing a bad-news message?


A) Avoid proposing a solution
B) Distract the audience from the topic
C) Blame the audience
D) Focus on a benefit
E) Apologize for the bad news

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Some people believe that apologies are dangerous because ________.


A) they are not required for conveying news in a sensitive way
B) they require more tact than informing clients about bad news
C) they need to be conveyed in indirect organization format rather than direct organization format
D) they put a business in a defensive position that could imply legal liability
E) they reflect the negative attitude of a business

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When you communicate about the mistakes others have made,you don't need to hold them accountable for the mistakes.

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Of all the features in your message,the ________ has the most power to influence the audience to accept your bad news.


A) desired business result
B) audience's anticipated reaction
C) justification behind the bad news
D) silver lining, or hidden benefit of the bad news
E) apology

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To share some important bad news with a client in a way that does not seem impersonal or evasive,which of the following would be the best choice?


A) Text message
B) IM
C) News letter
D) Email
E) Website

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When using ACE for bad-news messages,which of the following should be considered during the composing stage of the process?


A) Can I do anything else to project a positive image and maintain goodwill?
B) How can I close the message appropriately?
C) What is the best medium for this message?
D) Have I avoided legal complications?
E) Does the message project a good image of me?

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In the close of a message that is refusing a request,which of the following would be most positive and promote goodwill?


A) Proposing a solution
B) Creating options for future business
C) Focusing on benefits
D) Focusing on a meaningful apology
E) Proposing an alternative

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How can a buffer be used to soften the impact of bad news?


A) The buffer can be used to specifically state the bad news
B) The buffer can offer alternatives to the bad news
C) The buffer can act as a courteous close
D) The buffer can provide context for the message
E) The buffer can indicate the severity of the problem

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To be effective,a bad-news message should _____.


A) explain the reasons behind the bad news
B) anticipate the reaction of the audience
C) clearly state the desired outcome
D) soften the impact of the news as much as possible
E) include an apology

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Discuss why communications require evaluation.

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Discuss examples that emphasize the importance of the strategy suggested by experts when crafting a corporate apology strategy.

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Taking a "you perspective" in the face o...

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Discuss whether or not an apology should be part of a bad-news message.

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If you are responsible for the problem,d...

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During the evaluation process,the communicator should evaluate the message for honesty,clarity,and goodwill.

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When crafting an apology on behalf of the organization,experts suggest an indirect strategy.

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When concluding bad news,which of the following will promote goodwill in the message?


A) Eliminating negatives
B) Propose an alternative
C) Avoiding blame
D) Using positive or neutral language
E) Subordinating the bad news

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Why are performance problems best handled in face-to-face meetings?


A) The opportunity to read nonverbal signals is strong
B) Face-to-face meetings allow for discussion
C) A face-to-face meeting is less embarrassing for the person with the performance problem
D) Face-to-face meetings take less planning that written communications
E) A message is sent to those who see the meeting taking place that positive action is occurring, thus improving the moral of the entire department.

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