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:

Performance

The act of carrying out a task or function, often evaluated in terms of effectiveness, skill, or efficiency.

Korean-American Preschool

An educational establishment aimed at early childhood education specifically for Korean-American children, focusing on both American and Korean cultures.

Independent Thinking

The ability to analyze and evaluate information or situations independently, without undue influence from others.

Socialization

Development of habits, skills, values, and motives shared by responsible, productive members of a society.