Catherine and Bernice Are Faculty Members at a Local College

question 45

Multiple Choice

Catherine and Bernice are faculty members at a local college who feel very differently about their academic dean.Catherine believes that he is always engaging in political activity that is not in the best interests of the college.She describes him as a man who passes the buck,is scheming and arrogant.Bernice believes that he is an effective manager.She sees him differently. What Catherine views as arrogant is probably described by Bernice as:

• A)confident.
• B)astute.
• C)competent and capable.
• D)fixing responsibility.

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Senior Citizens

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