Question

directions: answer the following questions. 1.which of the following is not a management style? a. delegating b. participating c. telling d. reinforcing 2. which of the following is not a leadership style? a. autocratic b. democratic c. laissez faire d. needs - based 3. which management style is characterized by the manager trusting the employees work ability and is best used with employees know how to do their job? a. delegating b. participating c. telling d. reinforcing 4. which leadership style is characterized by limited discussion of new ideas and is best used in groups who are not well acquainted with each other? a. autocratic b. democratic c. laissez faire d. needs - based 5. all of the following are traits of a good leaders except which of the following? a. motivated b. hard - working c. selfish d. good listener

Explanation:

1. Delegating, participating, and telling are management styles. Reinforcing is more of a behavior - modification technique rather than a management style.
2. Autocratic, democratic, and laissez - faire are well - known leadership styles. Needs - based is not a standard leadership style term in common use.
3. In the delegating management style, managers trust employees' work ability and give them more autonomy, especially when employees know how to do their jobs.
4. Autocratic leadership involves limited discussion of new ideas and can be effective in groups where members are not well - acquainted as it provides clear direction.
5. Good leaders are typically motivated, hard - working, and good listeners. Selfishness is not a trait associated with good leadership.

Answer:

1. D. Reinforcing
2. D. Needs - based
3. A. Delegating
4. A. Autocratic
5. C. Selfish