Gary Downs Recently Has Noticed That the Plant He Is

question 56

Multiple Choice

Gary Downs recently has noticed that the plant he is managing is delivering only 30 percent of its products on time. To determine what is causing the problem, he assembles the various department heads and the plant supervisor to get their input on the matter. Although the ultimate responsibility is his, he has no difficulty in delegating decision-making authority to any member of this group. This style of leadership suggests that Gary is a(n) ____ leader.

• A)participative
• B)authoritative
• C)autocratic
• D)passive
• E)dependent

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Definitions:

Interior

Relating to the inner or indoor parts of a place, building, or object; can also refer to the inland regions of a country or area.

Continents

Large, continuous areas of land on Earth, traditionally numbered as seven major divisions.

Rain Shadow Effect

A meteorological phenomenon where mountains block the passage of rain-producing weather systems, creating a dry area on the leeward side.

Vegetation

Plants in general, or the plant life of a particular area, ecosystem, or period.