A New Assignment (Scenario)

question 18

Multiple Choice

A New Assignment (Scenario)
Mariam was given a new assignment to head up the European division of a multinational organization. Before leaving her country to take up her new assignment she needed training to manage and understand the European division.
-Mariam learned that generally, European cultures did not have high anxiety, nervousness, and stress. This meant they had low__________ .

• A) uncertainty avoidance
• B) future orientation
• C) power distance
• D) achievement orientation

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Definitions:

Autocratic Style

A leadership approach characterized by individual control over all decisions and little input from group members.

Decision-Making Style

An individual's typical mode of assessing situations and determining courses of action among options.

Participatory Style

A leadership approach that involves engaging team members in decision-making processes and valuing their input and collaboration.

Core Skill

Essential ability or competence that is necessary for successful performance in a specific job or activity.