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Questions Related to communication and transport services

All types of voice and non voice messaging services are known as ______________.

  1. Business services

  2. Telecom services

  3. Social services

  4. Personal services


Correct Option: B
Explanation:
  • Business services are those services which are used by business enterprises for the conduct of their activities.
  • Telecom services provide voice and non voice messaging services.
  • Social services are those services that are generally provided voluntarily in pursuit of certain social goals.
  • Personal services are those services which are experienced differently by different customers. They will also depend upon customer’s preferences and demands. For example, tourism, recreational services, restaurants.

The vertical flow of communication from lower level to one higher level is ________________.

  1. Upward communication

  2. Downward communication

  3. Formal communication

  4. Horizontal communication


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

  • Upward communication flows to a higher level in an organization. It provides feedback on how well the organization is functioning. The subordinates use upward communication to communicate to their superiors.
  • Downward communication flows from a higher level in an organization to a lower level. It happens from superiors to subordinates in a chain of command.
  • Formal communication is the official interchange of ideas/information. It is also called as 'Proper Channel Communication'.
When two individuals of the same level communicate, such communication is a horizontal communication.

Liaison office acts as communication channel between _________.

  1. foreign corporation and Indian customers

  2. foreign corporation and educational institutes

  3. foreign corporation and art galleries

  4. none of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Liaison office acts as communication channel between foreign corporation and Indian customers. Liaison office functions as a representative office in order to understand business and investment climate. It also conveys information to the head office or principal office of the company.

___________ is a satellite based media services provided by cellular service providers.

  1. VSAT

  2. DTH

  3. Cellular mobile

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:
VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) is a satellite-based communications service. It offers businesses and government agencies a highly flexible and reliable communication solution in both urban and rural areas.

DTH (Direct to Home) is again a satellite based media services provided by cellular companies. One can receive media services directly through a satellite with the help of a small dish antenna and a set top box.

Cellular mobile services are all types of mobile telecom services including voice and non-voice messages, data services and PCO services utilizing any type of network equipment within their service area.