In the Context of the Decision Rules That the Normative

question 100

Multiple Choice

In the context of the decision rules that the normative decision theory uses, which of the following is a similarity between autocratic and consultative decision styles?

• A) Neither should be used when subordinates' goals are different from the organization's goals.
• B) Neither should be used when subordinates lack enough information to make a decision.
• C) Neither should be used when subordinates' acceptance of a decision is important and critical to successful implementation and subordinates are likely to disagree over the decision.
• D) Neither should be used when the quality of a decision is important and the leader does not have enough information to make the decision on his or her own.

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Definitions:

Innovative

Relating to the introduction of new ideas, methods, or products.

Demand Elasticity

An indicator of the extent to which the demand for a product or service shifts as a result of variations in its price.

Locking in Customers

Refers to strategies used by companies to retain customers, often through the use of long-term contracts, proprietary technology, or loyalty programs.

Exclusive Government Contract

A legal agreement where a government grants only one company the right to provide goods or services, prohibiting competitors.