As a high-level manager in his firm, Kenneth keeps tight control over his department by setting policy and making all decisions for his group. Everyone who works for Kenneth knows what to expect: he will specify exactly what he wants them to do and when he expects it done. In this setting, Kenneth can be described as a(n) __________ leader.

A. autocratic
B. democratic
C. transformational
D. laissez-faire


Answer: A

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_________ is a practical art, a science, or a systematic study.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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The discipline of communication today is best characterized by

a. A scientific approach d. A critical approach c. A humanistic approach d. A mix of the above

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The members of XYZ Corporation arrange themselves in a circular pattern, then share relevant information and attempt to solve a problem without any set pattern of who speaks when

These members are using the small group format known as the __________. a) roundtable b) panel c) symposium d) symposium-forum

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The process of finding out about a speaker’s intended listeners is called

a. research. b. audience analysis. c. listener adaptation. d. power priming.

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