When a wide discrepancy exists between what leaders typically do and what they should do to be most effective, a prescriptive theory is ________.
A) inapplicable
B) less valuable than a descriptive theory
C) especially useful
D) not the optimal one

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Prescriptive theories are particularly valuable when there's a significant gap between typical leadership behaviors and those that are most effective, as they offer guidance on what leaders should do to improve their effectiveness.

When a Wide Discrepancy Exists Between What Leaders Typically Do