Subordinates may filter information when reporting to superiors for which of the following reasons?
A) To shield the boss from problems.
B) Because top management typically requires filtered information.
C) To gain the boss's trust.
D) To provoke the boss into an interaction.
E) Because they do not understand reporting relationships.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Subordinates filter information for several reasons: they want to appear competent, they mistrust their boss and fear that if he or she finds out about something they have done they will be punished, they fear that the boss will punish the messenger, or finally, they believe they are helping the boss if they shield him or her from problems.

Subordinates May Filter Information When Reporting to Superiors for Which