A Manager in the Quality Control Division Makes the Following

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Multiple Choice

A manager in the quality control division makes the following statement: "Our company's employee handbook makes it clear that the company's performance depends on effective leadership,and that all leaders at our company have managerial authority.Since my position as a manager in the quality control division clearly gives me managerial authority,I must be a leader in this company,and my leadership will guarantee the company's strong performance." The manager's argument assumes all the following except which?

• A)The employee handbook is a reliable source of information.
• B)All managers are leaders.
• C)All leaders are effective leaders.
• D)Effective leadership is all the company needs for strong performance.
• E)The manager was chosen for his position because of his leadership skills.

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