Nelson Is the Manager of a Marketing Department in a Medium

question 108

Multiple Choice

Nelson is the manager of a marketing department in a medium sized company.Nelson has six employees reporting to him.In deciding the goals for the department for next quarter,Nelson is holding a meeting for employee input and direction.Nelson uses an _________ style of decision making in the marketing department.

• A)autocratic
• B)democratic
• C)laissez-faire
• D)supportive

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Definitions:

Family Decision Making

The process through which family members collectively make choices about consumption-related matters, considering the preferences and needs of all involved.

Joint

A joint typically refers to a point where two bones are connected in the body, but in business context, it could imply a venture undertaken by two or more parties who share ownership and profits.

Spouse-dominant

A decision-making dynamic in households where one spouse predominantly makes the purchasing decisions.

Consumer Socialization

Consumer socialization is the process by which young consumers develop purchasing skills, values, and behaviors, influenced by familial and societal factors.