Which leadership style, according to Blake and Mouton, includes rewards and approval for people in return for their loyalty and obedience?
A) Middle-of-the-road
B) Opportunism
C) Paternalism/maternalism
D) Authority compliance
E) None of the above

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Paternalism/maternalism leadership style involves rewards and approval in exchange for loyalty and obedience. This style is characterized by a paternalistic or maternalistic approach, where the leader acts as a parent figure and expects loyalty and obedience in return for taking care of the employees' needs. Blake and Mouton have classified five different leadership styles, and this is one of them. The other options do not fit the description given in the question.

Which Leadership Style, According to Blake and Mouton, Includes Rewards