Which behavior is least likely to be exhibited by a highly-rated manager with a high need for power working in a hierarchical organization with clear lines of authority?
A) They are able to delegate easily
B) They network to gain favor with subordinates and colleagues
C) They place priority on organizational goals instead of their individual agendas
D) They make fair but sometimes unpopular decisions

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B) Managers who are rated highly in hierarchical organizations score 70% higher on the need for power than the need for affiliation, so engaging in networking for seemingly personal gain is not a behavior that would be expected from them.

Which Behavior Is Least Likely to Be Exhibited by a Highly-Rated