Which Quote Is the Best Representation of Someone with an Autocratic

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Multiple Choice

Which quote is the best representation of someone with an autocratic leadership style?

• A)"You are all going to be so thrilled when you see what projects that I have set in place for the next few weeks.I went ahead and made a list of benefits that each project will surely create for our company."
• B)"I have made quite a few changes to the company's objectives for next quarter,and I expect that everyone will be prepared and ready to implement all changes by the end of next month with no delay."
• C)"Now that I have shared my ideas with you all,I would like to spend a few minutes answering any questions you may have."
• D)"Feel free to form your own groups for this project.You are more than welcome to make the final decision as long as you stay within the budget."

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Definitions:

General Adaptation Syndrome

A model describing the body's short-term and long-term reactions to stress, consisting of three stages: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

Adrenal Glands

A pair of endocrine glands that release hormones that prepare the body for emergencies and stressful situations and also release corticoids and small amounts of the sex hormones.

Pituitary Gland

The endocrine gland located in the brain that releases hormones that activate other endocrine glands as well as growth hormone; often called the “master gland.”

General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS)

A theoretical model describing the body's short-term and long-term reactions to stress.