Question 1

Discuss situation leadership theory.

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Question 2

The type of leader who inspires followers to transcend their own self-interest for the good of the organisation and who is capable of having a profound effect on his or her followers is a(n)________ leader.

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The description given matches the characteristics of a transformational leader who has high emotional intelligence, inspires and motivates team members through a shared vision, and encourages growth and development of individuals towards achieving set goals. The other options such as employee-oriented and transactional do not fully capture the described traits of the leader.

Question 3

As you have observed your department manager and her interactions with the department's employees,you have come to believe in LMX theory.Sarah and Joe get less of the manager's time.Sally gets fewer of the preferred rewards that the manager controls and John has a relationship with the manager based on formal authority interactions.Rebecca is trusted.Jennifer gets a disproportionate amount of the manager's attention and is more likely to receive special privileges. According to LMX theory,the in-group is likely to be comprised of:

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LMX theory suggests that leaders form different types of relationships with their subordinates, and those who are in the "in-group" have higher levels of trust, loyalty, respect, and communication with the leader. Based on the given information, Rebecca is trusted and has a good relationship with the manager, which suggests that she is likely to be in the in-group. Jennifer gets a disproportionate amount of the manager's attention and special privileges, indicating that she is also likely to be in the in-group. Therefore, the correct answer is C (both Rebecca and Jennifer).

Question 4

Leaders who guide their employees and leaders that inspire their employees are referred to as ________ leaders and ________ leaders.

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The terms "transactional" and "transformational" are commonly used to describe two different styles of leadership. Transactional leaders focus on tasks and rewards, while transformational leaders inspire and motivate their followers to achieve a shared vision. The other answer choices are not accurate descriptions of the two leadership styles in question.

Question 5

Dave is the new manager of the marketing department within his company.He finds that the employees in the department are all highly skilled with a lot of experience in the area.However,they appear to be unwilling to put in the effort to accomplish all of the tasks. According to the situational leadership theory,Dave should:

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According to the situational leadership theory, when employees are skilled but unwilling, a supportive and participative style is recommended to motivate and engage them.

Question 6

The Ohio State studies,Fiedler's model and path-goal theories all concerned the ________ leader.

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The Ohio State studies, Fiedler's model, and path-goal theories all focused on the transactional leader, who exchanges rewards and punishments with their followers in order to achieve goals.

Question 7

Renee's work environment is highly dynamic.Tasks are never clearly structured and details tend to change along the way.Renee has been placed into the role of team leader. According to the path-goal theory,Renee should use ________ leadership.

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Question 8

A person can learn to become more charismatic by doing all of the following EXCEPT:

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Question 9

The type of leaders who guide or motivate their followers in the direction of established goals by clarifying role and task requirements are ________ leaders.

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Transactional leaders are focused on achieving goals through a system of rewards and punishments. They clarify expectations and roles for their followers and provide feedback on performance.

Question 10

Ally is a manager in a large marketing firm.As Ally is responsible for several projects,she is deciding the level of participation she needs to put into each decision required for the projects. Ally is considering using the leader-participation model.Which of the following statements about the leader-participation model is true?

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A) Leaders must be flexible: This statement is true because the leader-participation model involves leaders adapting their level of participation based on the situation and needs of the project.

B) The model is normative: This statement is also true because the leader-participation model provides guidelines for leaders to follow in order to effectively involve followers in decision-making.

C) Leadership is symbiotic between leaders and followers: This statement is also true because the leader-participation model emphasizes the importance of collaboration and communication between leaders and followers in order to achieve success.

Therefore, all of the statements are true and the best choice is D.

Question 11

You have decided to use Fiedler's LPC questionnaire to help your employees learn more about their leadership styles.Each of your employees has filled out and scored the instrument.It is your job to try to explain how to use this information. Which of the following best describes what is proposed by the Fiedler model?

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The Fiedler model proposes that different leadership styles are effective in different situations, so the best approach is to match leaders and situations in order to maximize effectiveness.

Question 12

You have decided to use Fiedler's LPC questionnaire to help your employees learn more about their leadership styles.Each of your employees has filled out and scored the instrument.It is your job to try to explain how to use this information. Which of the following is an important contingency dimension in Fiedler's LPC model?

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All of the above dimensions (leader-member relations, position power, and task structure) are important in Fiedler's LPC model. The model emphasizes that the effectiveness of a leader depends on the specific situational factors present in a particular environment. Understanding the contingency dimension is key to achieving success as a leader.

Question 13

Discuss leader-member exchange (LMX)theory.

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Question 14

Explain Fiedler's contingency model.Include the LPC (least preferred co-worker)questionnaire and the key situational factors that determine leadership effectiveness in your discussion.

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Question 15

As you have observed your department manager and her interactions with the department's employees,you have come to believe in LMX theory.Sarah and Joe get less of the manager's time.Sally gets fewer of the preferred rewards that the manager controls and John has a relationship with the manager based on formal authority interactions.Rebecca is trusted.Jennifer gets a disproportionate amount of the manager's attention and is more likely to receive special privileges. According to LMX theory,which of the following employees is likely to be included in the out-group?

Accepted Answer

Sarah gets less of the manager's time, indicating she is likely in the out-group according to LMX theory, which differentiates between in-group and out-group members based on the quality of their relationship with the leader.

Question 16

Compare and contrast situational leadership theory with House's path-goal theory.

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Question 17

Compare and contrast the pros and cons of the leader-participation model.

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Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a charismatic leader?

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Charismatic leaders are known for taking risks and inspiring followers to take risks as well. They also express an idealised goal, articulate an appealing vision, and show willingness to engage in self-sacrifice for the sake of their followers or cause. Therefore, the characteristic of taking minimal risks does not apply to charismatic leaders.

Question 19

What are the predictions of the path-goal theory?

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Question 20

Which of the following is NOT true of charismatic leaders according to the charismatic leadership theory?

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According to the charismatic leadership theory, charismatic leaders should have a strong sensitivity to follower needs, as one of their key characteristics is the ability to inspire and motivate followers towards a shared vision or goal.

Quiz 11: Leadership