According to Fiedler (1967), contingency theories identify:
A) the approach to be taken for ideal effectiveness in a situation
B) the "one best way to lead"
C) approaches typically taken in reality
D) aspects of leadership that apply only in limited or particular situations

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Contingency theories suggest that there is no one best way to lead and that leadership effectiveness depends on the particular situation. Therefore, they identify aspects of leadership that apply only in limited or particular situations, rather than providing an approach for ideal effectiveness or a "one best way to lead."

According to Fiedler (1967), Contingency Theories Identify