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According to the contingency theory, the optimal course of action is contingent upon what?
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?
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?
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?
What are the two types of leader behaviors that were identified as typical of effective leaders in the research conducted at Ohio State University?
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What does it mean for leaders to be contingent in the context of the contingency theory?
What does it mean for leaders to be contingent in the context of the contingency theory?
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