Peggy Patterson works in the accounting department.One of her main functions is to determine the costs associated with each component of new sales contracts.How would Mintzberg classify the role Patterson is fulfilling?
A) Interpersonal
B) Figurehead
C) Decisional
D) Leader
E) Informational

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Peggy Patterson's role in determining costs associated with sales contracts is a decisional role, as she is making decisions related to the financial aspect of the business. Mintzberg's managerial roles include interpersonal, informational, and decisional roles. So, A, B, D, and E are not the best answer because they do not accurately reflect Patterson's decision-making role.

Peggy Patterson Works in the Accounting Department