Which of the following theories advocated the view that leadership effectiveness would be dependent on a combination of the type of leader and the relative degree of favorability of the situation for the leader?

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Fiedler's leadership contingency theory suggests that leadership effectiveness depends on the interaction of the leader's personal style and the favorability of the situation for the leader. Fiedler proposed that leaders have a task-oriented or relationship-oriented style, and the appropriateness of the style depends on the situation. In a favorable situation, where there is good leader-member relations, task structure, and position power, a leader's style is less important than in an unfavorable situation where these factors are not present.

Which of the Following Theories Advocated the View That Leadership