Use the Information Given to Answer the Questions That Follow

question 32

Multiple Choice

Use the information given to answer the questions that follow.
Scenario A. You have been promoted to a managerial position in Cookie Capers, a private company selling bakery products. You are pleased with your new job but are concerned about some problems you have been facing. You are required to determine the leave schedules of employees. However, the owner of the company overrides your decisions. Consequently, your subordinates do not respect your position as a manager. Also, the owner holds you responsible when subordinates fail to perform satisfactorily.
-In the context of the above scenario, which of the following is the reason for the problem you are facing?

• A) The owner is displeased with your work.
• B) The owner has not delegated enough authority to enable you to do your work.
• C) The employees prefer to be guided by another manager.
• D) The employees feel that you are inexperienced.
• E) The owner does not have enough faith in your work.

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