According to Fred Fiedler's (1967,1978)contingency theory of leadership,in _______ situations,the leader has good relationships with subordinates,is perceived as powerful,and directs structured and well-defined tasks.

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Fiedler's contingency theory suggests that in high-control situations, where the leader has a great deal of influence over the outcome, a leader who has good relationships with subordinates, is perceived as powerful, and directs structured and well-defined tasks will be effective. This is because in such situations, the leader's ability to exert control over subordinates is paramount, and a leader who is perceived as competent and powerful will be better able to maintain that control.

According to Fred Fiedler's (1967,1978)contingency Theory of Leadership,in _______ Situations,the