Question 1

In a discussion forum conversation on flexible work schedules, Jacque posts the comment, "Not only do we need more flexible hours, we need bigger pay increases too." What guideline for productive team communication did Jacque violate?

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A)   Avoid ignoring competing points of view.
B)   Avoid strong, rigid language.
C)   Avoid blaming.
D)   Avoid off-topic points.
E)   Avoid sarcasm.

Question 2

On his Facebook page, Alec often posts examples of his photographs that have won prizes in competitions. Because of this, others will most likely see him as being

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A)   supportive and caring.
B)   loyal and committed.
C)   moral and ethical.
D)   honest and trustworthy.
E)   talented and capable.

Question 3

Explain how both the employer and the employee can be affected by an employee misusing social media.

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It is important that all employees are a...

Question 4

The evolution of the Internet from Web 1.0 to Web 2.0 platforms is the primary driver of the

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A)   Machine Age.
B)   Technological Age.
C)   Information Age.
D)   Social Age.
E)   Industrial Age.

Question 5

Firstcomers to a forum discussion are most likely to cause problems by

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A)   using strong, rigid language that does not foster discussion.
B)   complaining or blaming others for the problems the team is having.
C)   challenging the team's hard-earned consensus and damaging morale.
D)   directing the discussion off topic and wasting valuable time.
E)   stating their opinion but failing to take part as the conversation evolves.

Question 6

The profiles you post on personal social media accounts will not affect your professional reputation, but your work-related accounts will.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Twitter is an example of a

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A)   wiki.
B)   team blog.
C)   microblog.
D)   podcast.
E)   project blog. C

Question 8

The Industrial Age is an era in which people engage in networked communication, collaborate across boundaries, and solve problems communally.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following reputations is a result of the meta message "I abide by the rules"?

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A)   talented, skilled, and capable
B)   activist, cause-driven, and passionate
C)   learning, inquisitive, and curious
D)   moral, ethical, and fair
E)   fun-loving and communicative

Question 10

Lorena uses email as her main communication tool. Lorena is an example of User 1.0.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

One advantage of using social media in the workplace is that social media

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A)   create a clear demarcation between professional and private lives.
B)   discourage self-promotion and opportunism.
C)   avoid broadcasting of mistakes to large audiences.
D)   ensure quicker access to business expertise and knowledge.
E)   improve productivity when used constantly. D

Question 12

In a typical op-ed piece on a company blog, a corporate leader will write an opinion piece about a challenge or issue shared by the company and the public.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Why is it important to use social media ethically?

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Question 14

The ______ Age is characterized by mass two-way communication and respect for expertise and position.

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A)   Social
B)   Industrial
C)   Technological
D)   Information
E)   Machine

Question 15

Igor put the following post on a discussion forum at work: "I've noticed that some coworkers seem discouraged about how the company is doing. I thought it might help if we discussed the causes of and possible remedies for this malaise. My personal opinion is that management doesn't care what we think, which causes people to feel detached. I welcome other viewpoints." What could Igor have done to improve his post?

Accepted Answer

A)   He should not have gone off topic.
B)   He should have made the post much longer.
C)   He should have avoided sarcasm.
D)   He should have welcomed competing points of view.
E)   He should not have included a blaming statement.

Question 16

What are the risks and challenges presented by social media? Explain.

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Social media present many challenges and...

Question 17

Public relations is fundamentally about increasing the company's ability to earn profit off customers and the community.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 18

Abby notices that her team's discussion forum has become contentious. Which of the following guidelines should she follow in this situation?

Accepted Answer

A)   Summarize the next steps the team will take.
B)   Meet in real time.
C)   Acknowledge teammates' ideas.
D)   Build on the ideas of others.
E)   Participate often.

Question 19

A unique set of professional skills and attributes that others associate with you is called your

Accepted Answer

A)   personal brand.
B)   meta message.
C)   digital profile.
D)   personal dashboard.
E)   meta profile.

Question 20

What is the goal of most public relations messages?

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A)   to help the members of a company or organization do better work
B)   to store all of a team's communications in a single place
C)   to focus on specific topics and areas of expertise
D)   to create a distinctive brand for a company or organization
E)   to create an individual profile that creates a professional impression

Exam 8: Social Media for Business Communication

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Explain how both the employer and the employee can be affected by an employee misusing social media.

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The profiles you post on personal social media accounts will not affect your professional reputation, but your work-related accounts will.

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On his Facebook page, Alec often posts examples of his photographs that have won prizes in competitions. Because of this, others will most likely see him as being

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