Question 1

The objective of superleaders is to ________.

Accepted Answer

The objective of superleaders is to develop autonomous followers who require minimal supervision or attention from the leader. The focus is on empowering followers to take initiative and be self-reliant, rather than increasing the power of the leader or reducing employee resistance.

Question 2

A permissive, passive, and considerate leadership is most appropriate if the leadership situation is characterized by ________.

Accepted Answer

A permissive, passive, and considerate leadership style is most appropriate when there are good member relations, a weak task structure, and weak leader position power. In such a situation, the leader can afford to be more permissive and passive because the group members are already cohesive and motivated, and the task at hand is not particularly challenging or complex. Therefore, a more hands-off leadership approach will allow the group members to feel empowered and take ownership of the task, which may lead to better outcomes. Additionally, because the leader has weak position power, a more considerate approach will help to build rapport and trust with the group members, which could increase their willingness to cooperate and follow the leader's directives.

Question 3

Buildtech is a small scale manufacturer of light weight building panels. Ruth Wallace, the CEO of the company, leads the organization by clearly telling employees what to do and how to do it. Here, Ruth is exhibiting ________ behavior.

Accepted Answer

Ruth is exhibiting directive behavior, as she clearly tells employees what to do and how to do it. This leadership style is characterized by giving specific instructions and closely supervising employees to ensure that tasks are completed correctly and efficiently.

Question 4

Leaders who identify inappropriate behavior in followers and suggest how they might correct that behavior fall into the category of ________.

Accepted Answer

Coaching leaders focus on developing their followers' skills and abilities, and identifying and correcting inappropriate behavior is a key aspect of coaching. Transformational leaders inspire and motivate their followers to achieve their full potential, superleaders are not a recognized leadership style, entrepreneurial leaders are focused on innovation and risk-taking, and path-goal leaders focus on providing guidance and direction to help followers achieve their goals.

Question 5

________ theory hypothesizes that in any given leadership situation, success is determined primarily by: (1) the degree to which the task performed by the followers is structured, (2) the degree of position power possessed by the leader, and (3) the type of relationship between the leader and the followers.

Accepted Answer

Fiedler's Contingency theory suggests that the effectiveness of a leader depends on factors such as task structure, position power, and relationship between the leader and followers. This theory emphasizes that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to leadership, and the leader's style should be contingent upon the situation at hand.

Question 6

Peter is the sales manager of an insurance company. He believes his primary job is to help his subordinates perform better in order to raise company profits. He considers his personal needs, aspirations, and interests as secondary to helping his subordinates improve. Peter can be considered a(n) ________ leader.

Accepted Answer

Peter's focus on helping his subordinates perform better and prioritizing their needs over his own aligns with the characteristics of a servant leader.

Question 7

Which of the following refers to the leadership that inspires organizational success by showing followers how to lead themselves?

Accepted Answer

Superleadership refers to the leadership that inspires organizational success by showing followers how to lead themselves through the development of their skills, abilities, and confidence. Superleadership emphasizes the development of leadership skills at all levels of the organization, rather than just relying on top-down leadership.

Question 8

According to the contingency theory of leadership, ________ is determined by the extent to which the leader has control over the rewards and punishments followers receive.

Accepted Answer

Position power refers to the degree of control and influence a leader has over the rewards and punishments available to followers, and is a key factor in the contingency theory of leadership. Leader-member relations refer to the quality of relationships between the leader and followers, task structure refers to the clarity of goals and procedures, power distance refers to the degree of inequality and hierarchy in a culture, and motivational structure refers to the extent to which followers are motivated by intrinsic or extrinsic factors.

Question 9

A leader is engaging in ________ behavior when he sets challenging goals for followers to reach and demonstrates confidence that they will measure up to the challenge.

Accepted Answer

The behavior described in the question is achievement-oriented leadership, which involves setting challenging goals and inspiring confidence in followers to achieve them. This style is focused on high performance and pushing individuals to reach beyond their current capabilities. Supportive leadership involves showing concern for the well-being and needs of followers, accommodating leadership involves meeting the needs of followers at the expense of achieving goals, directive leadership involves giving clear instructions and closely supervising followers, and participative leadership involves involving followers in decision-making.

Question 10

Which of the following statements is most closely associated with the concepts of the path-goal theory of leadership?

Accepted Answer

The path-goal theory of leadership focuses on how leaders can help subordinates achieve their goals by showing them how their performance directly affects the reception of rewards. This is exemplified in statement E. The theory also emphasizes that effective leaders adjust their behaviors based on the needs of their subordinates, which contradicts statement C. Statement A does not align with the theory's emphasis on the importance of leadership behaviors in achieving organizational goals. Statement B suggests a high level of employee autonomy that is not necessarily consistent with the theory's emphasis on leadership behaviors. Statement D is not consistent with the theory's emphasis on task-oriented leadership behaviors.

Question 11

Under which leadership theory does the leader inspire organizational success by profoundly affecting followers' beliefs in what an organization should be, as well as their values, such as justice and integrity?

Accepted Answer

Transformational leadership focuses on inspiring and motivating followers to achieve organizational success by influencing their values and beliefs. This type of leadership is characterized by the leader's ability to communicate a clear vision, set high expectations, and empower and develop their followers to reach their full potential. Situational leadership, path-goal leadership, entrepreneurial leadership, and superleadership all have different focuses and do not involve the same level of influence on followers' beliefs and values.

Question 12

________ behavior is aimed at telling followers what to do and how to do it.

Accepted Answer

Directive behavior involves a leader clearly stating the expectations and instructions for followers to follow. This is a more authoritarian style of leadership where the leader takes charge and makes decisions for their subordinates.

Question 13

According to Fiedler's contingency theory of leadership, which of the following is a primary factor that should be considered when moving leaders into situations appropriate for their leadership styles?

Accepted Answer

Fiedler's contingency theory suggests that task structure is a primary factor that should be considered when moving leaders into situations appropriate for their leadership styles. The level of structure in the task or problem at hand can determine whether a leader's style is appropriate or not. If the task is highly structured, a task-oriented leader will be more effective. If the task is unstructured, a relationship-oriented leader will be more effective. Therefore, it is important to assess the task structure when assigning leaders to specific situations.

Question 14

According to the contingency theory of leadership, ________ is the degree to which the goals and other situational factors are outlined clearly.

Accepted Answer

Task structure refers to the degree to which goals and other situational factors are outlined clearly. The contingency theory of leadership suggests that effective leadership is contingent upon the match between the leader's style and the specific situational demands. The task structure is one of the key situational factors that impact the effectiveness of a leader's style.

Question 15

Which of the following characteristics is more closely associated with an emerging leader than a manager?

Accepted Answer

Emerging leaders are often associated with being independent and innovative, whereas managers are typically focused on maintaining and optimizing existing systems and processes. Persistence, analytical skills, problem-solving ability, and tough-mindedness are important qualities for both emerging leaders and managers.

Question 16

Lisa Lewis is the leader of a small research team formed to study the internal operations of a company. She instructs the team-members on how to collect and analyze the data. Lisa is an expert on statistics and the team members are free to approach her for technical help whenever needed. She is also careful to note any inappropriate behavior that may occur in the team and takes immediate measures to guide the person concerned. Lisa can be called a(n) ________ leader.

Accepted Answer

Lisa can be considered a coaching leader as she provides guidance and support to her team members in terms of data collection and analysis. She is also attentive to any inappropriate behaviors and takes corrective measures, which reflects her coaching approach to leadership.

Question 17

Transformational leadership ________.

Accepted Answer

Transformational leadership is a leadership style that inspires organizational success by affecting followers' beliefs in what an organization should be as well as their values. It involves a charismatic leader who motivates and encourages followers to work towards a common goal, and it focuses on personal development, growth, and empowerment of followers. It is based on the idea that leaders should work towards inspiring and transforming their followers, rather than just managing them. The other choices are not entirely accurate: A is situational leadership, B is trait theory, C is charismatic leadership, and E is growth-oriented leadership.

Question 18

Which of the following is a disadvantage of Fiedler's contingency model of leadership?

Accepted Answer

Fiedler's contingency model may not provide concrete answers to leadership problems as it is based on various situational factors that may not always be accurately measurable or predictable.

Question 19

An organization urges its managers to lead employees by showing them how to lead themselves. This strategy is aimed at creating highly productive employees who become more independent and efficient. Which of the following classifications is best suited to describe this leadership approach?

Accepted Answer

The leadership approach described in the scenario is best classified as "superleadership." This approach emphasizes empowering employees to become self-leaders by providing them with the skills and autonomy needed to make decisions and solve problems on their own. Superleadership is different from traditional leadership approaches, which rely on the leader to direct and control employees.

Question 20

Derek Bonnell is the editor of a leading magazine. He rarely exerts positional powers and remains friendly with his subordinates. He also takes cares to accommodate the personal needs of his subordinates as far as possible. Derek is a(n) ________ leader.

Accepted Answer

Derek's leadership style displays characteristics of a supportive leader. He shows concern for the well-being and personal needs of his subordinates and maintains a friendly relationship with them. This approach is typical of supportive leadership, where the leader focuses on building positive relationships and providing emotional support to their team members.

Quiz 16: Leadership