Mark Trudeau, an Account Representative for Foster Paints, Is a Dedicated

question 20

Multiple Choice

Mark Trudeau, an account representative for Foster Paints, is a dedicated employee who consistently achieves over and above his supervisor's set goals. In his day to day work, Mark and his supervisor collaborate on the best ways they each think problems and issues should be handled. Over the course of his time with Foster Paints, he has worked closely with his supervisor, Danielle, often having as much to say about procedures as does Danielle. Together, they are able to accomplish great productivity and success through shared influence over each other. Based on the above information, which of the following is the MOST accurate statement?

• A) Mark is in the "in group."
• B) Mark's leader takes a strict task-oriented approach.
• C) Mark is a formal leader.
• D) Mark's leader Danielle does not adhere to either of the Vroom and Yetton models to leadership.

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Definitions:

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