DECA Business Management 2

Question 1

A manager who involves employees in decision-making and delegates authority is using which leadership style?

Accepted Answer

Democratic

Answer

Democratic (participative) leadership involves employees in decisions and shares authority with the team.

Question 2

Which organizational structure groups employees by the functions they perform, such as marketing, finance, and operations?

Accepted Answer

Functional structure

Answer

A functional structure organizes departments around specialized business functions like marketing or finance.

Question 3

A business sets quarterly sales targets, tracks progress monthly, and adjusts tactics if behind schedule. This describes which management function?

Accepted Answer

Controlling

Answer

Controlling involves monitoring performance against goals and making corrective adjustments as needed.

Question 4

Which term describes the maximum number of subordinates a manager can effectively supervise?

Accepted Answer

Span of control

Answer

Span of control refers to the number of employees a single manager can directly and effectively oversee.

Question 5

A company's mission statement primarily communicates:

Accepted Answer

The organization's core purpose and values

Answer

A mission statement defines why the organization exists, its core purpose, and guiding values.

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