Jorge Oversees Two Very Different Workers

Multiple Choice

Jorge oversees two very different workers. Kendrick wants to be told exactly what to do because he is hesitant to make decisions, and Liz wants to be told exactly what to do because she wants to get on with it. So, even though they are very different people, they both respect decisiveness. According to the path-goal theory of leadership, Jorge should use the ________ leadership style with Kendrick and Liz.

A) directive
B) supportive
C) participative
D) achievement-oriented
E) relationship