The criticisms of the path-goal theory include all of the following except:
A) The propositions are widely scattered over the motivational terrain.
B) It has not provided a basis of leadership training because of its complexity
C) The theory is based on expectancy theory that has not been validated.
D) It is not an elegant theory.

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The path-goal theory is indeed based on expectancy theory, which has been validated and is a well-recognized theory in psychology and management. This makes option C incorrect as a criticism of the path-goal theory.

The Criticisms of the Path-Goal Theory Include All of the Following