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What is the primary focus of the situational leadership theory?
What is the primary focus of the situational leadership theory?
- The task complexity and difficulty
- The follower's readiness and motivation (correct)
- The leader's behavior and style
- The organizational goals and objectives
According to the situational leadership theory, what should a leader do if the follower is unable and unwilling to perform a task?
According to the situational leadership theory, what should a leader do if the follower is unable and unwilling to perform a task?
- Set challenging goals for the follower
- Delegate the task to a more capable follower
- Provide specific direction and guidance (correct)
- Use a supportive and participative style
The path-goal theory suggests that a leader's primary role is to:
The path-goal theory suggests that a leader's primary role is to:
- Assist followers in attaining their goals and aligning them with organizational objectives (correct)
- Set challenging goals for followers to strive towards
- Motivate followers to achieve organizational goals
- Provide support and resources for followers' well-being
Which of the following is NOT one of the four types of leaders identified in the path-goal theory?
Which of the following is NOT one of the four types of leaders identified in the path-goal theory?
According to the situational leadership theory, what should a leader do if the follower is able but unwilling to perform a task?
According to the situational leadership theory, what should a leader do if the follower is able but unwilling to perform a task?
What is the primary focus of the path-goal theory?
What is the primary focus of the path-goal theory?
According to the situational leadership theory, what should a leader do if the follower is able and willing to perform a task?
According to the situational leadership theory, what should a leader do if the follower is able and willing to perform a task?
Which of the following is a key characteristic of the directive leader, according to the path-goal theory?
Which of the following is a key characteristic of the directive leader, according to the path-goal theory?
What is the primary consideration in determining a leader's behavior, according to the situational leadership theory?
What is the primary consideration in determining a leader's behavior, according to the situational leadership theory?
According to the path-goal theory, what is the role of the supportive leader?
According to the path-goal theory, what is the role of the supportive leader?
