The _______________ model of leadership postulates that the performance of groups is dependent on the interaction between leadership style and situational favorableness.

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The contingency model states that the success of a leader depends on how well the leader's style matches the situational demands and the degree to which the situation is favorable to the leader. This model considers the leader-member relationship, the task structure, and the leader's position power as situational factors that affect leadership effectiveness. The other options (A, C, and D) do not specifically address the interaction between leadership style and situational favorableness.

The _______________ Model of Leadership Postulates That the Performance of Groups