A Characteristic of the Task That Can Substitute for Leadership

question 110

Multiple Choice

A characteristic of the task that can substitute for leadership is:

• A) closely knit, cohesive work groups.
• B) invariant methodology.
• C) indifference toward organizational rewards.
• D) professional orientation.

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Definitions:

Variable Overhead

Costs of production that fluctuate with the level of output, such as utility expenses for machinery, which increase with more extensive production.

Direct Materials

Direct materials are raw materials that are directly traceable to the manufacturing of a product and constitute a significant portion of the product's cost.

Direct Labor-Hours

The full sum of time spent by employees directly engaged in the process of creating products.

Variable Overhead

Costs that change with production volume but are not directly tied to specific units, such as utilities for the manufacturing plant.