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The pattern through which communication flows within the organisation is indicated by communication network. Some popular formal communication networks are as follows: (i) Single Chain In this network, communication flows from every superior to his subordinates in a single chain. 
As shown in the diagram, communication flows from A to B, from B to C and so on. (ii) Wheel Network In this network, all subordinates working under a superior communicates through him only. The superior is at the 'hub' of the wheel, communicating with all at the same time. 
As shown in the diagram, B, C, D and E can only communicate through A. (iii) Circular Network In this network, communication moves in a circle, from one person to another. But, communication is slow in this network. Each person can communicate with two adjoining colleagues. Here A can communicate with B and E, and likewise others communicate in the circle. 
(iv) Free Flow In this network, each person can communicate with others freely and therefore, communication is fast in this network. In the diagram, A can communicate with B, C, D and E, B can communicate with A, E.C.D and so on. 
(v) Inverted V In this network, a subordinate is allowed to communicate with his superior and his superior?s superior. As depicted in the diagram C can communicate with A and B. 
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