When a Co-Worker Says, "My Duty Is to Eliminate Uncertainty

question 29

Multiple Choice

When a co-worker says, "My duty is to eliminate uncertainty," how should you respond?

• A) You will be about 50 percent successful
• B) You're right
• C) You'll need a computer to do it
• D) You cannot eliminate uncertainty
• E) It will take group decision making

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Definitions:

Individual Differences

Variabilities among individuals in behavior, personality, cognitive abilities, and emotions that make each person unique.

Transactional Leadership

A leadership style that focuses on the execution of tasks and procedures, and the transactions between leaders and followers, typically involving rewards and punishments.

Contingent Rewards

Incentives or rewards that are given based on the achievement of specific performance criteria.

Management By Exception

A management strategy where leaders only intervene in decision-making when performance metrics fall outside of accepted boundaries or standards, allowing for more autonomous operations.