Robert Has Been Newly Appointed as the CEO of Textronics

question 11

Multiple Choice

Robert has been newly appointed as the CEO of Textronics Inc. He is still learning how various departments function in the organization. Until he is able to gain sufficient knowledge and can suggest some changes, he relies on the suggestions and opinions of his team members and lets them do the things the way they are used to. He does not generally interfere in the decisions made by the employees but, at times, shares his past experiences with the employees. It can be said that Robert has adopted a(n) _____ style of decision making.

• A) autocratic
• B) participative
• C) consultative
• D) delegative
• E) negotiative

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Definitions:

Heterogeneously Catalyzed

A reaction process aided by a catalyst that exists in a different phase than the reactants, usually solids catalyzing reactions in liquids or gases.

Solid Catalyst

A solid catalyst is a substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process, and it maintains its solid physical state during the reaction.

Reactants

Starting materials in a chemical reaction, which are expended in the creation of the final substances.

Enhanced Surface Area

The increase in the surface area of a material, often to improve its reactivity, adsorption properties, or efficiency in catalytic processes.