A leader who gives followers a high degree of independence to set their own objectives is:
ADirective style
BDogmatic mode
CLaissez faire
DAutocratic rule
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Laissez faire
1. Power is used only when essential.
2. The manager mainly supplies information and support.
3. That is the laissez faire or free-rein leader.
_Source: syllabus Business Studies Part I, Chapter 7, Directing._
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