11) The role of a(n) ________, according to Mintzberg's classification of managerial roles, is

to transmit information to outsiders about an organization's plans, policies, actions, and

results and one which serves as an expert in the organization's industry.
A) spokesperson
B) disturbance handler
C) entrepreneur
D) leader
E) liaison
Answer: A
Explanation: A) According to Mintzberg's classification of managerial roles, the role of a
spokesperson is to transmit information to outsiders about an organization's plans, policies,
actions, and results and one which serves as an expert in the organization's industry.
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LO: 2
Difficulty: Easy
Quest. Category: Concept

12) According to Mintzberg's classification of managerial roles, a(n) ________ searches the
organization and its environment for opportunities and initiates projects to bring about
change.
A) spokesperson
B) disturbance handler
C) entrepreneur
D) resource allocator
E) negotiator
Answer: C
Explanation: C) According to Mintzberg's classification of managerial roles, an entrepreneur
searches the organization and its environment for opportunities and initiates projects to bring
about change.
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LO: 2
Difficulty: Easy
Quest. Category: Concept