Refer to the Scenario Below to Answer the Following Questions

question 147

Multiple Choice

Refer to the scenario below to answer the following questions.
Path-Goal Leadership (Scenario)
Harry knows that there are many different models of leadership. He wants to become more effective at his job, and also to assist his first-line managers in becoming more effective leaders. As he thinks about his first-line managers, he realizes that they each demonstrate a different leadership style. Jenna lets her employees know exactly what is expected of them and gives specific guidelines on how tasks are to be accomplished. Jack, on the other hand, always solicits information and suggestions from his employees before making a decision. Then there is Kate, who demands a lot from her employees. She sets challenging goals and expects all of her workers to try their best to achieve them. Finally, there is Frank, who is very friendly and shows constant concern for his employees and their welfare. Harry decides to use House's path-goal theory to further analyze his situation.
-Kate is a(n) __________ leader.

• A) directive
• B) supportive
• C) participative
• D) achievement-oriented
• E) cooperative

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Definitions:

Derived Demand

Demand for a commodity, service, etc., that is a consequence of the demand for something else; for instance, the demand for steel is derived from the demand for automobiles.

Just-In-Time

An inventory strategy that aligns raw-material orders from suppliers directly with production schedules to minimize stock levels.

EOQ

Economic Order Quantity; the ideal order quantity a company should purchase to minimize its inventory costs, including holding, shortage, and order costs.

Just-In-Time

An inventory management strategy that aims to increase efficiency and reduce waste by receiving goods only as they are needed in the production process.