Question 1

According to House's path goal theory, a leader can adopt one of ____ behavioral leadership styles to handle each situation.

Accepted Answer

House's path goal theory identifies four behavioral leadership styles that a leader can adopt depending on the situation: directive, supportive, participative, and achievement-oriented.

Question 2

Which of the following theories uses the Least-Preferred Coworker scale to help a person understand their leadership style?

Accepted Answer

Fiedler's contingency model uses the Least-Preferred Coworker scale to measure a leader's style and effectiveness in a specific situation. The theory proposes that a leader's effectiveness depends on the match between their leadership style and the degree to which the situation allows them to exert influence.

Question 3

According to Path-Goal Theory, a manager who sets challenging goals and rewards increases in performance has a(n) _____ style of leadership.

Accepted Answer

The answer is achievement-oriented leadership style, which is a key part of the path-goal theory where leaders motivate followers to achieve their goals by setting challenging goals and providing rewards for exceptional performance.

Question 4

According to your text, _______ is probably the only training program in the country concentrating on changing the situation rather than the leader.

Accepted Answer

Leader Match is a training program that focuses on adapting to situations rather than changing the leader themselves.

Question 5

Insecure leaders who are outwardly charming but resent successful people are known as _____ whereas leaders who overcome their insecurity by being overconfident are known as _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Insecure leaders who are outwardly charming but...

Question 6

A factor that is related to Fiedler's Contingency Model is the favorableness of a situation. According to this theory, the favorableness of a situation is determined by three variables. Which of the following is NOT one of these three variables?

Accepted Answer

The three variables that determine the favorableness of a situation according to Fiedler's Contingency Model are task structure, leader position power, and leader-member relations. The size of the organization is not a variable in this model.

Question 7

______ leaders are insecure and seldom rock the boat or cause trouble.

Accepted Answer

High likability floaters, also known as people-pleasers or yes-men, tend to avoid conflict and prioritize being liked by others over making tough decisions or taking a strong stance. They may be insecure and fear rejection or disapproval from others, leading them to avoid rocking the boat or causing trouble.

Question 8

High LPC leaders perform best when the situational favorability is:

Accepted Answer

High LPC leaders are relationship-oriented and prioritize good interpersonal relationships with their followers. However, they are also capable of task-oriented leadership when the situation is favorable. Therefore, when the situational favorability is moderate, these leaders can balance their relationship and task orientations to perform optimally. In high favorability situations, task-oriented leaders tend to be more effective, while in low favorability situations, low LPC leaders - who prioritize task accomplishment over relationships - tend to be more effective. In ambiguous situations, there is no clear definition of task or unclear relationship patterns, making it difficult for high LPC leaders to perform effectively.

Question 9

A manager orders her staff to do a task. She is leading through _____ style which is effective in climates of _______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A manager orders her staff to do...

Question 10

A leader with a ____ style of leadership would function best in a climate of ignorance.

Accepted Answer

An information style of leadership is most effective in a climate of ignorance because it focuses on providing knowledge, guidance, and clarity, which are crucial in situations where there is a lack of information or understanding.

Question 11

What is the name of Fiedler's training program?

Accepted Answer

Fiedler's training program is named Leader Match.

Question 12

Leaders with ____ styles lead through energy whereas a leader with affiliation style leadsthrough _____.

Accepted Answer

Leaders with magnetic styles lead through their personal charisma and ability to attract and inspire followers, while leaders with affiliation styles lead through building relationships and a sense of belonging within their team or organization. Neither strategy nor coercion are necessarily associated with these leadership styles. Similarly, while tactical and strategic abilities may be important for some leaders, they are not the defining characteristics of either magnetic or affiliation styles. Finally, while power and position may be tools used by leaders of various styles, they do not capture the unique qualities of either magnetic or affiliation styles.

Question 13

_______ are leaders who overcome their insecurity by overconfidence.

Accepted Answer

Narcissists often have deep insecurities and feelings of inadequacy, which they mask by projecting an outward appearance of overconfidence and superiority. They seek constant admiration and validation to prop up their fragile self-esteem.

Question 14

A leader with a _______ style leads through the use of strategy and is most effective in a situation of disorganization.

Accepted Answer

A leader with a tactical style is focused on developing and implementing strategies to achieve specific goals. This type of leader is most effective in situations of disorganization because they can quickly assess the situation and develop a plan to bring order and structure to the chaos. The tactical leader is skilled at analyzing information, identifying opportunities and threats, and finding ways to leverage resources to achieve their objectives.

Question 15

According to _______, leaders are one of six behavioral types and each type is only effective in a particular situation.

Accepted Answer

IMPACT theory suggests that leaders are categorized into six behavioral types, and each type is effective only in specific situations.

Question 16

Under IMPACT Theory, a leader can become effective by:

Accepted Answer

A leader can become effective under IMPACT Theory by changing her style to meet the situation and finding a climate consistent with her style. This means that the leader must be adaptable and willing to adjust their leadership style to meet the needs of different situations. They must also identify and work in environments where their preferred leadership style is most effective. Therefore, both options A and B are important for a leader to become effective under IMPACT Theory.

Question 17

Based on the Path Goal theory, House (1971) believes that a leader's behavior will be accepted by subordinates only to the extent to which the behavior:

Accepted Answer

According to the Path-Goal theory developed by Robert House in 1971, a leader's behavior is accepted by subordinates when it aids them in achieving their goals. This theory emphasizes the role of leaders in clarifying the path to goal achievement for their followers, thereby increasing their motivation and satisfaction.

Question 18

Hogan (1989) has identified three personality types that a poor leader might adopt. Which of the following is NOT one of the three personality types adopted by poor leaders?

Accepted Answer

Obsessive-compulsive is not one of the three personality types identified by Hogan (1989) as being adopted by poor leaders. The correct types are narcissists, paranoid/passive-aggressive, and high likability floater.

Question 19

According to the IMPACT theory of leadership, which of the following behavioral styles works best in a situation of despair?

Accepted Answer

The IMPACT theory of leadership suggests that a Magnetic leadership style, characterized by inspiring and motivating behavior, is most effective in situations of despair. This style helps uplift morale and fosters hope among team members.

Question 20

Which of the four behavioral leadership styles proposed by House calls for planning, organizing, and controlling the activities of employees?

Accepted Answer

The instrumental leadership style proposed by House focuses on task-oriented behaviors such as planning, organizing, and controlling the activities of employees. This leadership style is focused on achieving specific goals and objectives, and is often used in situations where there is a need for clear direction and structure. The other three behavioral leadership styles (supportive, participative, and achievement-oriented) focus more on people-oriented behaviors such as nurturing, involving employees in decision-making, and promoting personal growth and development.

Quiz 12: Leadership