16 Questions
According to Douglas McGregor, which leadership theory is characterized by a positive and participative attitude?
Theory Y
In the context of leadership attributes, what type of leader is described as being pessimistic and autocratic?
A leader who pulls everybody down
Which term refers to the phenomenon where a leader's attitudes and expectations influence followers' behavior and performance?
Pygmalion Effect
According to Lawrence Kohlberg, which level of personal moral development involves adhering to universal principles of right and wrong?
Post Conventional
What type of leader is characterized by being bossy, pushy, and impatient?
Theory X Leader
Which term refers to the standards of right and wrong that influence behavior?
Ethics
What is the main difference between Theory X and Theory Y leadership approaches?
Theory X leaders use coercion and punishment, while Theory Y leaders use motivation and rewards.
According to the Pygmalion Effect, how do a leader's attitudes and expectations influence their followers?
The leader's attitudes and expectations explain and predict the followers' behavior and performance.
What type of leader is described as being optimistic and lifting others up?
A Theory Y leader
Which level of personal moral development, as described by Lawrence Kohlberg, involves adhering to universal principles of right and wrong?
Post-Conventional
What personality trait is associated with being ethical and having a high self-concept?
Agreeableness
Which leadership attribute is described as being associated with irresponsibility and emotional instability?
Sugency
What type of leader is described as being blames others, pessimistic, and afraid to make decisions?
Leader with negative self-concept
Which level of personal moral development, as described by Lawrence Kohlberg, involves living up to the expectations of acceptable behavior?
Conventional
What type of leadership approach is characterized by being bossy, pushy, and impatient?
Theory X
What term refers to the standards of right and wrong that influence behavior?
Ethics
Test your knowledge on leadership attributes and theories such as Theory X & Y by Douglas McGregor, Pygmalion Effect, and their impact on group performance and behavior. Explore how leaders' attitudes influence followers and understand the differences between positive and negative leadership approaches.
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