The communication network in which all subordinates under a supervisor communicate through supervisor only is:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is option 3- Wheel.
In wheel network, all subordinates under one superior communicate through him only.
Wheel: In wheel network, all subordinates under one superior communicate through him only as he acts as a hub of the wheel. The subordinates are not allowed to talk among themselves.
OTHER OPTIONS
- Single chain: This network exists between a supervisor and his subordinates. Since many levels exist in an organisation structure, communication flows from every superior to his subordinate through single chain.
- Free flow: In this network, each person can communicate with others freely. The flow of communication is fast in this network.
- Inverted V: In this network, a subordinate is allowed to communicate with his immediate superior as well as his superiors superior.