Janet, a Manager, Sends an E-Mail Warning Kevin, a Subordinate

Multiple Choice

Janet, a manager, sends an e-mail warning Kevin, a subordinate, of disciplinary action to be taken if he continues to take long coffee breaks and spend too much time on personal phone calls. However, Kevin did not attach too much importance to the e-mail. He felt it was akin to a passing reminder. Which of the following is a reason why Janet should have spoken to Kevin directly and avoided the use of e-mail?

A) Electronic media leaves a permanent record of communication for later reference.
B) Electronic media encourages more people to participate and share their ideas with.
C) Electronic media prevents interpretation of subtle nonverbal cues conveyed by a sender.
D) Electronic media increases time and expenses related to traveling, photocopying, and mailing.
E) Electronic media is an ineffective tool for communicating routine messages.