Abigail, a Department Manager, Is Struggling Trying to Lead a Cross-Functional

question 49

Multiple Choice

Abigail, a department manager, is struggling trying to lead a cross-functional team. Most members are other department managers at her level, and they see no reason to do what she asks. Here, Abigail has

• A) low tolerance for ambiguity.
• B) high task structure.
• C) weak position power.
• D) poor leader-member relations.
• E) weak referent power.

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Definitions:

Blended Family

A family unit comprising parents and children from previous marriages, as well as any current relationship children, living together.

Different Culture

The diverse set of social norms, values, traditions, and practices that distinguish one group of people from another.

Conduct Assessment

The process of evaluating or analyzing certain characteristics, behaviors, or qualifications through systematic methods.

Abuse and Neglect

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