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 (D)</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 (C)</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 (C)</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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

<p>Specific behaviors exhibited by leaders (D)</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 (A)</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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a form of leadership?

<p>Transformational Leadership (D)</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 (B)</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 (B)</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 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which conflict management style involves high assertiveness and low cooperation?

<p>Competing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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