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**Topic 2: Management and Leadership Functions** 21. **What defines a leader according to Fiedler?** - a\) The ability to inspire others - b\) Unequal distribution of power and influence - c\) Effective communication - d\) Achievement of shared goals - **Answer:**...

**Topic 2: Management and Leadership Functions** 21. **What defines a leader according to Fiedler?** - a\) The ability to inspire others - b\) Unequal distribution of power and influence - c\) Effective communication - d\) Achievement of shared goals - **Answer:** b) Unequal distribution of power and influence\ *Reference:* Page 27. 22. **Which leadership function involves coordinating and supervising tasks?** - a\) Planner - b\) Executive - c\) Administrator - d\) Coordinator - **Answer:** b) Executive\ *Reference:* Page 27. 23. **What is the primary role of a leader as an \"Executive\"?** - a\) Visionary planning - b\) Directing and making decisions - c\) Empowering subordinates - d\) Handling conflicts - **Answer:** b) Directing and making decisions\ *Reference:* Page 27. 24. **According to Rost, what is the influential relation between a leader and a follower aimed at?** - a\) Maintaining stability - b\) Achieving shared goals - c\) Distributing power - d\) Motivating employees - **Answer:** b) Achieving shared goals\ *Reference:* Page 27. 25. **Which role does a leader play when they act as a \"Planner\"?** - a\) Administering activities - b\) Coordinating resources - c\) Setting a vision for the organization - d\) Supervising tasks - **Answer:** c) Setting a vision for the organization\ *Reference:* Page 27. 26. **What is a key characteristic of leadership according to Bass?** - a\) Influencing group members - b\) Directing tasks - c\) Handling interactions - d\) Achieving rewards - **Answer:** a) Influencing group members\ *Reference:* Page 27. 27. **Which function of leadership involves making assessments and changes?** - a\) Planner - b\) Executive - c\) Administrator - d\) Coordinator - **Answer:** d) Coordinator\ *Reference:* Page 27. 28. **What is the primary goal of leadership according to Hemphills & Coors?** - a\) Achieving shared goals - b\) Distributing power - c\) Directing individuals - d\) Motivating employees - **Answer:** a) Achieving shared goals\ *Reference:* Page 27. 29. **What does Tannenbaum\'s definition of leadership emphasize?** - a\) The relationship between individuals - b\) Directing group activities - c\) Influence in a specific situation - d\) Handling structures and interactions - **Answer:** c) Influence in a specific situation\ *Reference:* Page 27.