Gary Downs Recently Has Noticed That the Plant He Is

Multiple Choice

Gary Downs recently has noticed that the plant he is managing is delivering only 30 percent of its products on time. To determine what is causing the problem, he assembles the various department heads and the plant supervisor to get their input on the matter. Although the ultimate responsibility is his, he has no difficulty in delegating decision-making authority to any member of this group. This participative style of leadership suggests that Gary is a(n) ____ leader.

A) participative
B) authoritative
C) autocratic
D) passive
E) dependent