Understanding Board of Directors

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What is the main role of a board of directors in a company?

  • Set strategy and oversee management (correct)
  • Manage day-to-day operations
  • Elect shareholders
  • Handle mergers and acquisitions

In the context of public companies, who elects the board of directors?

  • Suppliers
  • Senior managers
  • Customers
  • Shareholders (correct)

What is a key responsibility of the board of directors related to senior managers?

  • Micromanage their tasks
  • Choose their team members
  • Handle day-to-day operations
  • Set their pay (correct)

How are board of directors candidates typically nominated?

<p>By outsiders seeking change (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What requirement do the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq impose on listed companies regarding board members?

<p>Majority must be outside, or independent, directors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are the structure and powers of a board of directors determined?

<p>Bylaws and articles of incorporation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the primary responsibilities of a board of directors?

<p>Protecting the interests of shareholders (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key function of a board of directors?

<p>Implementing marketing campaigns (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a board of directors contribute to a company's direction?

<p>By defining objectives and major goals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a responsibility of a board of directors?

<p>Hiring and dismissing senior executives (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a board of directors contribute to a company's financial oversight?

<p>By monitoring accounting activities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a responsibility of a board of directors during a crisis situation?

<p>Leading crisis management efforts (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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