Research verifies all of the following conclusions about women and leadership EXCEPT
A)women are less likely to be preselected as leaders.
B)the same leadership behavior is often evaluated more positively when attributed to a male than a female.
C)women who act "ladylike" are viewed as much more effective than women who behave like strong male leaders.
D)women leaders who behave like male leaders are often perceived as unfeminine.
E)there is only a slight different in the ways in which men and women lead groups.

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Research does not support the conclusion that women who act "ladylike" are viewed as much more effective than women who behave like strong male leaders. In fact, research suggests that women who behave in more assertive and decisive ways are often viewed more positively as leaders, although they may face backlash for violating gender stereotypes.

Research Verifies All of the Following Conclusions About Women and Leadership