Question 1

Although related, ______ and leadership are not identical.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Although related, ______ and leadership are not...

Question 2

LPC theory, unlike path-goal theory, assumes that leaders can change their behaviors and exhibit a variety of leadership styles.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Match the following:
-moderate situation favorableness

Accepted Answer

A) concern for people and production 
B) person-oriented behavior 
C) decision trees 
D) non-coercive influence 
E) how people view their own ability
F)define leader/subordinate roles
G)single dimension of leader behavior
H)effective leaders from non-leaders
I)vertical axis
J)vision of future/energizing people
K)personal relationship
L)stable and enduring characteristics
M)the ability to affect perceptions
N)building effective work groups
O)gives specific guidance
P)reward and punish subordinates
Q)developed the path-goal theory
R)leader consults with subordinates
S)personal characteristic in path-goal theory
T)LPC theory 
A) concern for people and production 
B) person-oriented behavior 
C) decision trees 
D) non-coercive influence 
E) how people view their own ability
F)define leader/subordinate roles
G)single dimension of leader behavior
H)effective leaders from non-leaders
I)vertical axis
J)vision of future/energizing people
K)personal relationship
L)stable and enduring characteristics
M)the ability to affect perceptions
N)building effective work groups
O)gives specific guidance
P)reward and punish subordinates
Q)developed the path-goal theory
R)leader consults with subordinates
S)personal characteristic in path-goal theory
T)LPC theory

Question 4

One difference among the theories of leadership is whether a person can change his or her style to fit the situation. Which theories best reflect what people can actually do? Discuss whether it would be easier to change the leader's style or the situation.

Accepted Answer

The theories of leadership that best ref

Question 5

Researchers at Ohio State investigating the issue of stability of leader behaviors over time found that

Accepted Answer

A) an individual's leadership pattern did not change much in similar situations. 
B) the situational context was not an important determinant of leader effectiveness. 
C) employees whose supervisors ranked high on consideration had higher performance ratings. 
D) leaders who exhibited high levels of consideration and structure- initiating behaviors were most effective. 
E) employees whose supervisors ranked high in initiating structure had fewer absences from work. 
A) an individual's leadership pattern did not change much in similar situations. 
B) the situational context was not an important determinant of leader effectiveness. 
C) employees whose supervisors ranked high on consideration had higher performance ratings. 
D) leaders who exhibited high levels of consideration and structure- initiating behaviors were most effective. 
E) employees whose supervisors ranked high in initiating structure had fewer absences from work.

Question 6

Fiedler identified three factors that determine the ______ of the situation.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Fiedler identified three factors that determine the...

Question 7

Unfortunately, leadership usually involves some form of force and coercion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Unlike the Ohio State studies, the University of Michigan studies on leadership

Accepted Answer

A) placed the defined dimensions of leadership behavior on opposite ends of a single continuum. 
B) identified only two categories of leadership behavior. 
C) placed the defined dimensions of leadership behavior in a grid. 
D) placed all defined dimensions of leadership behavior on the same side of a single continuum. 
E) saw the various defined dimensions as independent of one another. 
A) placed the defined dimensions of leadership behavior on opposite ends of a single continuum. 
B) identified only two categories of leadership behavior. 
C) placed the defined dimensions of leadership behavior in a grid. 
D) placed all defined dimensions of leadership behavior on the same side of a single continuum. 
E) saw the various defined dimensions as independent of one another.

Question 9

Match the following:
-directive leadership

Accepted Answer

A) concern for people and production 
B) person-oriented behavior 
C) decision trees 
D) non-coercive influence 
E) how people view their own ability
F)define leader/subordinate roles
G)single dimension of leader behavior
H)effective leaders from non-leaders
I)vertical axis
J)vision of future/energizing people
K)personal relationship
L)stable and enduring characteristics
M)the ability to affect perceptions
N)building effective work groups
O)gives specific guidance
P)reward and punish subordinates
Q)developed the path-goal theory
R)leader consults with subordinates
S)personal characteristic in path-goal theory
T)LPC theory 
A) concern for people and production 
B) person-oriented behavior 
C) decision trees 
D) non-coercive influence 
E) how people view their own ability
F)define leader/subordinate roles
G)single dimension of leader behavior
H)effective leaders from non-leaders
I)vertical axis
J)vision of future/energizing people
K)personal relationship
L)stable and enduring characteristics
M)the ability to affect perceptions
N)building effective work groups
O)gives specific guidance
P)reward and punish subordinates
Q)developed the path-goal theory
R)leader consults with subordinates
S)personal characteristic in path-goal theory
T)LPC theory

Question 10

As a process, leadership is the use of ______ influence to direct and coordinate the activities of group members toward goal accomplishment.

Accepted Answer

The answer of As a process, leadership is the use...

Question 11

Vroom's current formulation of the decision-tree model includes two types of decision trees.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Match the following:
-perceived ability

Accepted Answer

A) concern for people and production 
B) person-oriented behavior 
C) decision trees 
D) non-coercive influence 
E) how people view their own ability
F)define leader/subordinate roles
G)single dimension of leader behavior
H)effective leaders from non-leaders
I)vertical axis
J)vision of future/energizing people
K)personal relationship
L)stable and enduring characteristics
M)the ability to affect perceptions
N)building effective work groups
O)gives specific guidance
P)reward and punish subordinates
Q)developed the path-goal theory
R)leader consults with subordinates
S)personal characteristic in path-goal theory
T)LPC theory 
A) concern for people and production 
B) person-oriented behavior 
C) decision trees 
D) non-coercive influence 
E) how people view their own ability
F)define leader/subordinate roles
G)single dimension of leader behavior
H)effective leaders from non-leaders
I)vertical axis
J)vision of future/energizing people
K)personal relationship
L)stable and enduring characteristics
M)the ability to affect perceptions
N)building effective work groups
O)gives specific guidance
P)reward and punish subordinates
Q)developed the path-goal theory
R)leader consults with subordinates
S)personal characteristic in path-goal theory
T)LPC theory

Question 13

A manager who uses a team management style of leadership is concerned about people and production.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

According to the Leadership Grid, a manager who is not concerned about production but exhibits high concern for people would be a ____ manager on the grid.

Accepted Answer

A) 1,9 
B) 9,9 
C) 9,1 
D) 1,1 
E) 5,5 
A) 1,9 
B) 9,9 
C) 9,1 
D) 1,1 
E) 5,5

Question 15

The LPC theory of leadership was developed by

Accepted Answer

A) Charles Greene. 
B) Fred Fiedler. 
C) Arthur Jago. 
D) George Graen. 
E) Victor Vroom. 
A) Charles Greene. 
B) Fred Fiedler. 
C) Arthur Jago. 
D) George Graen. 
E) Victor Vroom.

Question 16

Which of these describes the basic premise of the early trait approach to leadership?

Accepted Answer

A) Leadership traits depended on the situation 
B) Unique leadership traits could be identified, and used to select leaders 
C) Traits could be used to predict appropriate management styles 
D) Traits were far less important than activities 
E) Traits were relatively volatile characteristics of individuals 
A) Leadership traits depended on the situation 
B) Unique leadership traits could be identified, and used to select leaders 
C) Traits could be used to predict appropriate management styles 
D) Traits were far less important than activities 
E) Traits were relatively volatile characteristics of individuals

Question 17

Subordinates' locus of control and perceived ability are part of the path-goal theory of leadership.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Describe, discuss, and give specific examples of the Least Preferred Coworker (LPC) scale.

Accepted Answer

The Least Preferred Coworker (LPC) scale

Question 19

A(n) _______ leader is appropriate for very favorable as well as very unfavorable situations.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) _______ leader is appropriate for very...

Question 20

The _______ approach to leadership attempted to identify stable and enduring character traits.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The _______ approach to leadership attempted to...

Although related, ______ and leadership are not identical.

LPC theory, unlike path-goal theory, assumes that leaders can change their behaviors and exhibit a variety of leadership styles.

Match the following: -moderate situation favorableness

One difference among the theories of leadership is whether a person can change his or her style to fit the situation. Which theories best reflect what people can actually do? Discuss whether it would be easier to change the leader's style or the situation.

Researchers at Ohio State investigating the issue of stability of leader behaviors over time found that

Fiedler identified three factors that determine the ______ of the situation.

Unfortunately, leadership usually involves some form of force and coercion.

Unlike the Ohio State studies, the University of Michigan studies on leadership

Match the following: -directive leadership

As a process, leadership is the use of ______ influence to direct and coordinate the activities of group members toward goal accomplishment.

Vroom's current formulation of the decision-tree model includes two types of decision trees.

Match the following: -perceived ability

A manager who uses a team management style of leadership is concerned about people and production.

According to the Leadership Grid, a manager who is not concerned about production but exhibits high concern for people would be a ____ manager on the grid.

The LPC theory of leadership was developed by

Which of these describes the basic premise of the early trait approach to leadership?

Subordinates' locus of control and perceived ability are part of the path-goal theory of leadership.

Describe, discuss, and give specific examples of the Least Preferred Coworker (LPC) scale.

A(n) _______ leader is appropriate for very favorable as well as very unfavorable situations.

The _______ approach to leadership attempted to identify stable and enduring character traits.

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Exam 12: Traditional Models for Understanding Leadership

Although related, ______ and leadership are not identical.

LPC theory, unlike path-goal theory, assumes that leaders can change their behaviors and exhibit a variety of leadership styles.

Match the following: -moderate situation favorableness

One difference among the theories of leadership is whether a person can change his or her style to fit the situation. Which theories best reflect what people can actually do? Discuss whether it would be easier to change the leader's style or the situation.

Researchers at Ohio State investigating the issue of stability of leader behaviors over time found that

Fiedler identified three factors that determine the ______ of the situation.

Unfortunately, leadership usually involves some form of force and coercion.

Unlike the Ohio State studies, the University of Michigan studies on leadership

Match the following: -directive leadership

As a process, leadership is the use of ______ influence to direct and coordinate the activities of group members toward goal accomplishment.

Vroom's current formulation of the decision-tree model includes two types of decision trees.

Match the following: -perceived ability

A manager who uses a team management style of leadership is concerned about people and production.

According to the Leadership Grid, a manager who is not concerned about production but exhibits high concern for people would be a ____ manager on the grid.

The LPC theory of leadership was developed by

Which of these describes the basic premise of the early trait approach to leadership?

Subordinates' locus of control and perceived ability are part of the path-goal theory of leadership.

Describe, discuss, and give specific examples of the Least Preferred Coworker (LPC) scale.

A(n) _______ leader is appropriate for very favorable as well as very unfavorable situations.

The _______ approach to leadership attempted to identify stable and enduring character traits.

An Overview of Organizational Behavior

The Changing Environment of Organizations

Foundations of Individual Behavior

Motivation in Organizations

Motivating Employee Performance Through Work

Motivating Employee Performance Through Rewards

Managing Stress and the Work-Life Balance

Decision Making and Problem Solving

Foundations of Interpersonal and Group Behavior

Using Teams in Organizations

Communication in Organizations

Contemporary Views of Leadership in Organizations

Power, Politics, and Organizational Justice

Conflict and Negotiation in Organizations

Organization Design

Organization Culture

Organization Change and Development

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