Question 1

The path-goal theory has led to the development of two important propositions.Describe these propositions.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The path-goal theory has led to the...

Question 2

According to Fiedler's contingency model of leadership,relationship-oriented leaders will respond to training to make them more task-oriented while task-oriented leaders typically cannot be trained.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Describe LMX theory and how its relevance to management.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Describe LMX theory and how its relevance...

Question 4

Jamie supports open communication and participation.This behavior is consistent with a high ___________ tendency.

Accepted Answer

A) concern 
B) consideration 
C) commencement 
D) initiating

Question 5

A central tenet of the ________ approach is that leaders require flexibility to use whichever style is appropriate in a particular situation.

Accepted Answer

A) LMX 
B) contingency model 
C) path-goal 
D) UM

Question 6

Effectiveness criteria used by the Likert-inspired team at the University of Michigan (UM)included ___________.

Accepted Answer

A) turnover 
B) costs 
C) scrap loss 
D) All of the above

Question 7

If you are perceived by your supervisor as a(n)___________ you are likely to receive more challenging assignments and more meaningful rewards.

Accepted Answer

A) R1 
B) in-group member 
C) highly able worker 
D) All of the above

Question 8

How do abilities and personality traits impact leadership potential? Discuss each of these characteristics based upon a trait theory perspective.In your opinion,which one of these traits is more important to successful leaders?

Accepted Answer

The answer of How do abilities and personality traits impact...

Question 9

The foundation of LMX is the expectancy motivation theory.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

After a demonstrating outstanding performance in widget assembly,Pat has been transferred to a new position in the call centered.Pat is unsure how to perform in this new position and resents being transferred.Applying SLM,Pat's supervisor should use a ___________ approach.

Accepted Answer

A) participative 
B) selling 
C) telling 
D) clarification

Question 11

What are the criticisms of trait theory? Given the criticism,should trait theory be dismissed?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What are the criticisms of trait theory?...

Question 12

Fiedler recommends that organizations should concentrate on changing situations to fit their leaders,rather than changing (training)leaders to fit their situations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

To a significant extent,behavioral approaches to leadership grew from the personnel testing component of scientific management.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Applying the path-goal model,an employee with an external locus of control would be generally more satisfied with a ___________ of leadership.

Accepted Answer

A) directive style 
B) participative style 
C) employee-centered style 
D) None of the above

Question 15

OSU research represents that typically a ________ initiating structure and ________ consideration is most effective leader style.

Accepted Answer

A) low,high 
B) high,low 
C) high,high 
D) low,low

Question 16

For her senior project Erin is analyzing what leaders do in relation to accomplishing the task and to maintaining the effort of people doing the task.This research resembles the perspective of the behavioral approach to leadership.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Pat has been described as having the ability to cause her followers to accomplish the desired work.This ability termed __________ involves setting objectives,planning work,assigning people to do the work,and following up on the results of the work.

Accepted Answer

A) supervisory ability 
B) directive ability 
C) practical intelligence 
D) interpersonal intelligence

Question 18

UM research represents job-centered and employee-centered leadership as ___________.

Accepted Answer

A) manifestations of particular leader traits 
B) separate leadership styles 
C) two separate dimensions of leadership 
D) None of the above

Question 19

___________ assumes that a manager can readily learn to adapt his style to each follower.

Accepted Answer

A) Fiedler's contingency theory 
B) The situational leadership model 
C) Trait theory 
D) A and B

Question 20

As an employee you share a common bond and value system,and interact with your supervisor.You are most likely considered a(n)___________.

Accepted Answer

A) R1 
B) in-group member 
C) X-group member 
D) A and B

Exam 11: Leadership: Fundamentals

The path-goal theory has led to the development of two important propositions.Describe these propositions.

According to Fiedler's contingency model of leadership,relationship-oriented leaders will respond to training to make them more task-oriented while task-oriented leaders typically cannot be trained.

Describe LMX theory and how its relevance to management.

Jamie supports open communication and participation.This behavior is consistent with a high ___________ tendency.

A central tenet of the ________ approach is that leaders require flexibility to use whichever style is appropriate in a particular situation.

Effectiveness criteria used by the Likert-inspired team at the University of Michigan (UM) included ___________.

If you are perceived by your supervisor as a(n) ___________ you are likely to receive more challenging assignments and more meaningful rewards.

How do abilities and personality traits impact leadership potential? Discuss each of these characteristics based upon a trait theory perspective.In your opinion,which one of these traits is more important to successful leaders?

The foundation of LMX is the expectancy motivation theory.

After a demonstrating outstanding performance in widget assembly,Pat has been transferred to a new position in the call centered.Pat is unsure how to perform in this new position and resents being transferred.Applying SLM,Pat's supervisor should use a ___________ approach.

What are the criticisms of trait theory? Given the criticism,should trait theory be dismissed?

Fiedler recommends that organizations should concentrate on changing situations to fit their leaders,rather than changing (training)leaders to fit their situations.

To a significant extent,behavioral approaches to leadership grew from the personnel testing component of scientific management.

Applying the path-goal model,an employee with an external locus of control would be generally more satisfied with a ___________ of leadership.

OSU research represents that typically a initiating structure and consideration is most effective leader style.

For her senior project Erin is analyzing what leaders do in relation to accomplishing the task and to maintaining the effort of people doing the task.This research resembles the perspective of the behavioral approach to leadership.

Pat has been described as having the ability to cause her followers to accomplish the desired work.This ability termed __________ involves setting objectives,planning work,assigning people to do the work,and following up on the results of the work.

UM research represents job-centered and employee-centered leadership as ___________.

___________ assumes that a manager can readily learn to adapt his style to each follower.

As an employee you share a common bond and value system,and interact with your supervisor.You are most likely considered a(n) ___________.