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1. Which of the following actions does not represent a significant form of delegation?
a. assign a larger number of routine tasks
b. increase discretion about how the work is done
c. increase authority to expend resources
d. reduce the frequency of required progress reports
2. Which of the following was not a guideline for how to delegate effectively?
a. specify the subordinate's scope of authority and limits of discretion
b. explain the new responsibilities and the expected results
c. arrange for the subordinate to receive relevant information
d. tell the subordinate to report any problems immediately
3. Which two kinds of power have been found to be related most strongly to leader effectiveness in motivating subordinates?
a. expert and legitimate power
b. reward and referent power
c. expert and referent power
d. reward and expert power
4. The status and influence accorded an emergent leader depends primarily on:
a. the leader’s social popularity among the members
b. the leader’s control over rewards desired by group members
c. the leader’s seniority among group members
d. the leader’s demonstrated competence and loyalty
5. Which influence tactic is used most frequently in organizations?
a. consultation
b. exchange
c. rational persuasion
d. pressure