Question 1

Hersey and Blanchard claim that a _____ style is appropriate; the leader turns the responsibility for the group over to the group

Accepted Answer

A)  contingent 
B)  spontaneous 
C)  delegating 
D)  laissez-faire 
E)  telling 
A)  contingent 
B)  spontaneous 
C)  delegating 
D)  laissez-faire 
E)  telling C

Question 2

Groups should have both an agenda and minutes for their meetings.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Describe how the concept of distributed leadership gives rise to tensions within a group.

Accepted Answer

The concept of distributed leadership can give rise to tensions within a group for several reasons. First, there may be confusion or disagreement about roles and responsibilities. In a distributed leadership model, different individuals may have varying levels of authority and decision-making power, which can lead to conflicts over who has the final say on certain matters.

Second, there may be a lack of clarity or communication about decision-making processes. If the group members are not clear on how decisions are made and who is responsible for what, it can lead to frustration and tension.

Additionally, there may be competition or power struggles among group members. In a distributed leadership model, individuals may vie for influence and control, leading to conflicts and tensions within the group.

Furthermore, there may be challenges in coordinating and aligning the efforts of the group members. Without a clear leader or hierarchy, it can be difficult to ensure that everyone is working towards the same goals and objectives, which can lead to tensions and inefficiencies.

Overall, while distributed leadership can offer many benefits, such as increased innovation and empowerment, it can also give rise to tensions within a group due to issues related to roles, decision-making, power dynamics, and coordination. Effective communication, clear processes, and a shared understanding of goals and responsibilities are essential for mitigating these tensions and ensuring the success of a distributed leadership model.

Question 4

Leadership activity by all members has been found to be more related to productivity than the activity of the designated leader alone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

List three types each of tangible and intangible rewards a designated leader might use to influence the behaviors of group members.

Accepted Answer

Tangible rewards that a designated leade

Question 6

Describe the seven ways in which a leader can encourage distributed leadership.

Accepted Answer

1. Empowerment: A leader can encourage d

Question 7

Keeping a group goal oriented and focused is part of a leader's responsibility in which area?

Accepted Answer

A)  stimulating critical thinking 
B)  all of these answers are correct. 
C)  equalizing opportunity to participate 
D)  stimulating creative thinking 
E)  structuring discussion 
A)  stimulating critical thinking 
B)  all of these answers are correct. 
C)  equalizing opportunity to participate 
D)  stimulating creative thinking 
E)  structuring discussion

Question 8

The functional concept of leadership encourages

Accepted Answer

A)  members to listen and follow the instructions of a group leader. 
B)  groups to have certain functions performed, and all group members can and should perform needed functions. 
C)  members to be democratic. 
D)  certain members to take over leadership of the group. 
E)  one member to take over leadership during each different meeting. 
A)  members to listen and follow the instructions of a group leader. 
B)  groups to have certain functions performed, and all group members can and should perform needed functions. 
C)  members to be democratic. 
D)  certain members to take over leadership of the group. 
E)  one member to take over leadership during each different meeting.

Question 9

_____ leadership style is based on one's ability to be liked and admired.

Accepted Answer

A)  Reward 
B)  Legitimate 
C)  Referent 
D)  Punishment 
E)  Expert 
A)  Reward 
B)  Legitimate 
C)  Referent 
D)  Punishment 
E)  Expert

Question 10

Biological sex is a predictor of an emergent leader.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A(n) _____ is any person who exercises interpersonal influence to help a group achieve its goal.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) _____ is any person who exercises...

Question 12

A(n) _____ leader is characterized by decision making with a focus on the task not the relationships in the group.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) _____ leader is characterized by decision...

Question 13

Which leadership style is connected to a leader's perceived extraordinary qualities?

Accepted Answer

A)  transformational 
B)  charismatic 
C)  transactional 
D)  autocratic 
E)  democratic 
A)  transformational 
B)  charismatic 
C)  transactional 
D)  autocratic 
E)  democratic

Question 14

Leadership consists of behaving in ways that can be learned.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Influence derived from a person's ability to manipulate the logistics of a task as well as the physical environment of a group is a person's _____ power.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Influence derived from a person's ability to...

Question 16

In a situation where the task and relationship orientation is low, the ________ style is appropriate; the leader turns the responsibility for the group over to the group.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In a situation where the task and...

Question 17

Good leaders never encourage others to step forward as leaders because that could lead to their power being usurped.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

According to a study conducted at the University of Minnesota, the variable most predictive of emergent leaders was

Accepted Answer

A)  communication relevant to the group's task. 
B)  relationship-oriented communicating. 
C)  skilled gatekeeping. 
D)  sex. 
E)  skill in reducing tension. 
A)  communication relevant to the group's task. 
B)  relationship-oriented communicating. 
C)  skilled gatekeeping. 
D)  sex. 
E)  skill in reducing tension.

Question 19

Leaders get other people to do the work for them is called a(n) _______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Leaders get other people to do the...

Question 20

Distributed leadership explicitly acknowledges that leadership is the property of the _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Distributed leadership explicitly acknowledges that leadership is...

Hersey and Blanchard claim that a _____ style is appropriate; the leader turns the responsibility for the group over to the group

Groups should have both an agenda and minutes for their meetings.

Describe how the concept of distributed leadership gives rise to tensions within a group.

Leadership activity by all members has been found to be more related to productivity than the activity of the designated leader alone.

List three types each of tangible and intangible rewards a designated leader might use to influence the behaviors of group members.

Describe the seven ways in which a leader can encourage distributed leadership.

Keeping a group goal oriented and focused is part of a leader's responsibility in which area?

The functional concept of leadership encourages

_____ leadership style is based on one's ability to be liked and admired.

Biological sex is a predictor of an emergent leader.

A(n) _____ is any person who exercises interpersonal influence to help a group achieve its goal.

A(n) _____ leader is characterized by decision making with a focus on the task not the relationships in the group.

Which leadership style is connected to a leader's perceived extraordinary qualities?

Leadership consists of behaving in ways that can be learned.

Influence derived from a person's ability to manipulate the logistics of a task as well as the physical environment of a group is a person's _____ power.

In a situation where the task and relationship orientation is low, the ________ style is appropriate; the leader turns the responsibility for the group over to the group.

Good leaders never encourage others to step forward as leaders because that could lead to their power being usurped.

According to a study conducted at the University of Minnesota, the variable most predictive of emergent leaders was

Leaders get other people to do the work for them is called a(n) _______.

Distributed leadership explicitly acknowledges that leadership is the property of the _____.

Small Groups As the Heart of Society

Groups As Open Systems

Communication Principles for Group Members

Using Verbal and Nonverbal Messages in a Group

Becoming a Group

Diversity in the Small Group

Creative and Critical Thinking in the Small Group

Group Problem-Solving Procedures

Managing Small Group Conflict Productively

Planning, Organizing, and Presenting Small Group Oral Presentations

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Exam 10: Applying Leadership Principles

Hersey and Blanchard claim that a _____ style is appropriate; the leader turns the responsibility for the group over to the group

Groups should have both an agenda and minutes for their meetings.

Describe how the concept of distributed leadership gives rise to tensions within a group.

Leadership activity by all members has been found to be more related to productivity than the activity of the designated leader alone.

List three types each of tangible and intangible rewards a designated leader might use to influence the behaviors of group members.

Describe the seven ways in which a leader can encourage distributed leadership.

Keeping a group goal oriented and focused is part of a leader's responsibility in which area?

The functional concept of leadership encourages

_____ leadership style is based on one's ability to be liked and admired.

Biological sex is a predictor of an emergent leader.

A(n) _____ is any person who exercises interpersonal influence to help a group achieve its goal.

A(n) _____ leader is characterized by decision making with a focus on the task not the relationships in the group.

Which leadership style is connected to a leader's perceived extraordinary qualities?

Leadership consists of behaving in ways that can be learned.

Influence derived from a person's ability to manipulate the logistics of a task as well as the physical environment of a group is a person's _____ power.

In a situation where the task and relationship orientation is low, the ________ style is appropriate; the leader turns the responsibility for the group over to the group.

Good leaders never encourage others to step forward as leaders because that could lead to their power being usurped.

According to a study conducted at the University of Minnesota, the variable most predictive of emergent leaders was

Leaders get other people to do the work for them is called a(n) _______.

Distributed leadership explicitly acknowledges that leadership is the property of the _____.

Small Groups As the Heart of Society

Groups As Open Systems

Communication Principles for Group Members

Using Verbal and Nonverbal Messages in a Group

Becoming a Group

Diversity in the Small Group

Creative and Critical Thinking in the Small Group

Group Problem-Solving Procedures

Managing Small Group Conflict Productively

Planning, Organizing, and Presenting Small Group Oral Presentations

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