Which one of the following is included in the class of contingency variables termed "environment" by the path-goal theory?
A) task structure and formal authority system
B) locus of control and experience
C) perceived ability
D) employee satisfaction

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According to the path-goal theory, the environment is a contingency variable that refers to factors outside of the individual and team, such as task structure and the formal authority system. Locus of control, experience, perceived ability, and employee satisfaction are other contingency variables, but they are not included in the environment category.

Which One of the Following Is Included in the Class