Leadership 5th Edition by Larry Siegel, Robert Lussier, Robert Lussier, Christopher Achua, Christopher Achua

Exercise 7

Using the contingency model in Exhibit 4.3, answer the three questions at the top of the model to get to the situation (numbered 1-8). Follow the situation to the appropriate style in the last column of the model to determine the situation number with its corresponding appropriate leadership style (task or relationship). Select two answers below based on the answers you get from the model, writing the appropriate two letters in the blanks before each item.
(Reference Exhibit 4.3

Situation number a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4 e. 5 f. 6 g. 7 h. 8
Leadership style A. task-oriented B. relationship-oriented
____________ Juan, the chairperson of the committee, is highly regarded by its volunteer members from a variety of departments. The committee members are charged with recommending ways to increase organizational performance.