Part II: Analysis Questions - Answer the following completely: 1. Use the equity theory to explain the motivational problem in 1. How can it be solved? 2. Discuss the issue of each production supervisor having a span of control of 40 - 50 employees. Discuss what could be done to resolve this issue. 3. Explain how Jim's Theory X style of leadership caused the motivational problem in problem 2. Discuss which style should be used. 4. Discuss the four growth strategies that Hercules can utilize to grow its business. Give an example of how the company could achieve each. 5. Which growth strategy would Hercules be using if it were to enter the California market? Explain. 6. What consolidation strategy would the company be using if it were to get out of the California market? Explain. 7. Do you think Hercules should continue to employ its own sales force or switch to using sales agents? Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of your decision. 8. Discuss how the high plant overhead makes Hercules' products much more sensitive to the cyclical nature of the housing industry