Chapter 3 Section 3

What is the belief of managers who use close management?

• Employees want to be a part of a team

• Employees are motivated by personal responsibility

• Employees generally enjoy their work

• Employees work only because they have to

Which leadership style involves giving direct, clear, and precise orders?

• Democratic

• Open

• Autocratic

• Situational

What is a characteristic of democratic leadership?

• Managers make all decisions without input

• Employees are not involved in decision making

• Managers encourage employees to participate in planning

• Managers give little or no direction

Which leadership style is also known as laissez-faire?

• Open

• Situational

• Autocratic

• Democratic

What is a disadvantage of the autocratic leadership style?

• It involves employees in decision making

• It prepares employees for leadership roles

• It encourages employee initiative

• It may lead to employee dissatisfaction

Which leadership style is most flexible in its approach?

• Democratic

• Open

• Autocratic

• Situational

What is a key feature of situational leadership?

• Matching leadership style to circumstances

• Using the same style for all situations

• Relying on past practices

• Avoiding employee involvement

Which leadership style is effective with experienced workers?

• Autocratic

• Democratic

• Open

• Situational

What should managers do if employees do not enjoy their work?

• Apply immediate punishments

• Increase supervision

• Ignore their feelings

• Work with them to find solutions

What is a common trait of managers who use limited management?

• They use rewards and punishments regularly

• They allow employees control over their work

• They believe employees need constant direction

• They closely supervise employees