A business major is leading a team of research scientist working on new ways to use plastic. Although the team discusses the merits of each ideal and project, she retains the final decision making authority.

1. A new supervisor has just been put in charge of the production line. He immediately starts by telling the crew what changes need to be made. When some suggestions are made, he tells them he does not have time to consider them.

1. A construction crew has worked together for the last four years with very little change-over in personnel. They always vote whenever a decision has to be made on how to proceed with the project.

1. The owner of a small electronic store starts every day by telling the three employees what has to be done and how to do it.

1. An inspection line has no supervisor. They are expected to have the correct staffing, procedures, and expertise on each shift to ensure no defective parts gets pass them.

Answer the following questions for each scenario:

2. Determine what style is being used
   • Autocratic?
   • Democratic?
   • Laissez-faire?
5. Decide if the style used is correct for the situation. If they style is not correct, identify a different style that would work better.
7. Provide rationale for your response.