Which leadership style prefers to make decisions with little input from subordinates?

• A. Autocratic Leaders
• B. Democratic Leaders
• C. Consensual Leaders
• D. Consultative Leaders

Answer: (A)

This item examines how leader decision-making relates to input from the team. Autocratic leadership centralizes control in the leader, making decisions with little or no input from subordinates. The emphasis is on clear, fast direction and unquestioned authority, which is why this style fits the description of preferring to decide with minimal input from others.

Democratic leadership, in contrast, invites participation and input from team members, often leading to decisions that reflect the group’s views. Consensual leadership aims to reach broad agreement among all parties, which requires extensive input and negotiation. Consultative leadership involves seeking input from others but keeping the final decision in the leader’s hands, meaning some input occurs but not a fully shared decision.