Leadership Theories: Behavioral Approach and Path-Goal Theory
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What is a key factor in determining the effectiveness of a leader's style according to the Path-Goal Theory?

  • The task requirements and team needs (correct)
  • The leader's personality traits
  • The leader's experience in the industry
  • The leader's level of intelligence
  • Which leadership theory emphasizes the importance of reciprocal influence, trust, and mutual respect in the relationship between leader and follower?

  • Leader-Member Exchange Theory (correct)
  • Contingency Theory
  • Implicit Leadership Theory
  • Transformational Leadership Theory
  • What is a key aspect of effective leadership according to the Full Range Leadership Theory?

  • Autocratic decision-making
  • Individualized consideration
  • Transformational leadership (correct)
  • Directive leadership
  • According to the concept of power, what is the primary source of influence?

    <p>Positional power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major issue with group decision making that can lead to a lack of accountability among group members?

    <p>Diffusion of responsibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a challenge that women in leadership positions may face according to the Role Congruity Theory?

    <p>Perceived violation of expected behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which approach to decision making involves using the best available evidence to make decisions?

    <p>Evidence-Based Management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which approach to leadership focuses on the setting in which the leader is operating?

    <p>Situational Approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the Behavioral Approach to leadership?

    <p>Specific behaviors exhibited by leaders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a limit of the Trait Approach to leadership?

    <p>It is too broad and encompasses many different traits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of a leader in an organizational context?

    <p>To influence the goal achievement of others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a form of leadership?

    <p>Transformational Leadership</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for social loafing in a group setting?

    <p>Reduced accountability among group members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic of effective work teams enables team members to feel comfortable sharing their opinions and ideas?

    <p>Psychological safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of conflict management in a group setting?

    <p>To minimize the impact of conflict on group performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which conflict management style involves high assertiveness and low cooperation?

    <p>Competing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary outcome of effective negotiation in conflict management?

    <p>A mutually beneficial agreement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor contributing to the emergence of aggressive leaders in conflict dynamics?

    <p>Power and status differences</p> Signup and view all the answers

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