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ACCA · Question 42 · Business & Technology
Section A
Which leadership style involves the leader consulting with subordinates and encouraging their participation in the decision-making process, while still retaining the final authority?
Section A
Which leadership style involves the leader consulting with subordinates and encouraging their participation in the decision-making process, while still retaining the final authority?
Answer options:
A.
Autocratic
B.
Laissez-faire
C.
Democratic (Participative)
D.
Transactional
How to approach this question
Identify the keyword 'consulting' and 'participation'. This points to a democratic style.
Full Answer
C.Democratic (Participative)✓ Correct
Democratic (or participative) leadership is a style where the leader values the input of team members and peers, but the responsibility of making the final decision rests with the participative leader.
Common mistakes
Confusing Democratic with Laissez-faire (where the leader gives up all control).
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