Characteristics of subordinates or characteristics of a situation or context which acts in place of a leader so that leadership is unnecessary is known as:
A)A leader substitute
B)Consideration
C)Empowerment
D)Initiating structure
E)Referent power

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A leader substitute refers to either the characteristics of subordinates or characteristics of a situation or context that essentially act as a leader, making an actual leader unnecessary. This could include things like automated systems or self-managing teams, where the individuals or the situation itself take on many of the responsibilities typically fulfilled by a leader.

Characteristics of Subordinates or Characteristics of a Situation or Context