Two important situational contingencies in the path-goal theory are:
A) the personal characteristics of the group members and the work environment.
B) ability, skills, needs, and motivations and the degree of task structure.
C) substitutes for leadership and readiness level of the leader.
D) both the personal characteristics of the group members and the work environment and ability, skills, needs, and motivations and the degree of task structure.

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The path-goal theory highlights the importance of situational contingencies that influence the effectiveness of leadership. These contingencies include both the personal characteristics of the group members and the work environment, as well as ability, skills, needs, and motivations and the degree of task structure. The leader's role is to identify and adapt to these contingencies by providing the appropriate leadership style that will best support the achievement of goals and meet the needs of group members. Therefore, option D is the correct answer.

Two Important Situational Contingencies in the Path-Goal Theory Are