1. What is a disadvantage associated with the participative style of leadership?
a. It does not give employees the opportunity to express their views.
b. The decision-making process is time-consuming.
c. Employees are usually unmotivated to carry out decisions.
d. The communication is always from top to bottom.
e. There is very limited structure involved.
2. A biotechnology company is constantly faced with important decisions that are likely to have severe consequences on the future of the company. The top managers should
a. decentralize decision-making authority.
b. appoint lawyers to make business decisions.
c. train first-line managers to make these decisions.
d. exercise centralized decision-making authority.
e. consult investors when making important daily decisions.