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?

Positional power 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?

Diffusion of responsibility Signup and view all the answers

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

Perceived violation of expected behaviors Signup and view all the answers

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

Evidence-Based Management Signup and view all the answers

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

Situational Approach Signup and view all the answers

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

Specific behaviors exhibited by leaders Signup and view all the answers

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

It is too broad and encompasses many different traits Signup and view all the answers

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

To influence the goal achievement of others Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a form of leadership?

Transformational Leadership Signup and view all the answers

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

Reduced accountability among group members Signup and view all the answers

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

Psychological safety Signup and view all the answers

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

To minimize the impact of conflict on group performance Signup and view all the answers

Which conflict management style involves high assertiveness and low cooperation?

Competing Signup and view all the answers

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

A mutually beneficial agreement Signup and view all the answers

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

Power and status differences Signup and view all the answers