An autocratic leader is likely to:
1.
seek the employee's input.
2.
be committed to what is best for the group.
3.
allow workers to go ahead without direction.
4.
make decisions independently.
ANS: 4
Autocratic leaders make decisions independently. This type of leader is task oriented and does not seek input from the group. Many workers avoid this type of leader because working with this person is uncomfortable.
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