Which of the Following Descriptions of Research on Gender and Leadership

Multiple Choice

Which of the following descriptions of research on gender and leadership is NOT accurate?

A) Women tend to use interactive leadership that focuses on building consensus and good interpersonal relations through communication and involvement.
B) Given the current emphasis on shared power, communication, cooperation and participation in new-form organisations, interactive leadership appears to be an excellent fit with the demands of a diverse workforce and the new workplace.
C) Men tend to take a more transactional approach to leadership, relying more on directive and assertive behaviours, and using authority in a traditional 'command and control' sense.
D) Research evidence clearly indicates that both women and men can be effective leaders, even though they tend to have somewhat different leadership styles.
E) It seems clear that women leaders will be far more successful than men leaders because of their capacity to lead through positive relationships and empowerment.