Contingency Theory and Strategic Decision-Making Quiz
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According to the contingency theory, the optimal course of action is contingent upon what?

  • The internal situation only
  • The external situation only
  • Both the internal and external situations (correct)
  • None of the above
  • What is the main focus of the contingency theory?

  • Organizational structure
  • Leadership style
  • Decision-making process
  • All of the above (correct)
  • Which research programs influenced the development of the contingency approach to leadership?

  • Ohio State University and Harvard University (correct)
  • Stanford University and Yale University
  • Columbia University and Princeton University
  • None of the above
  • What are the two types of leader behaviors that were identified as typical of effective leaders in the research conducted at Ohio State University?

    <p>Consideration and task-oriented behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean for leaders to be contingent in the context of the contingency theory?

    <p>They adapt their strategies based on the internal and external situations</p> Signup and view all the answers

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