One guiding proposition of Fiedler's contingency theory of leadership is that a _________ style works best in __________ situations.
A) achievement-oriented; moderate-control
B) relationship-oriented; moderate-control
C) relationship-oriented; high-control
D) relationship-oriented; low-control
E) task-oriented; moderate-control

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Fiedler's contingency theory suggests that a relationship-oriented leadership style is most effective in situations with moderate control, where the leader's ability to influence the group is neither too high nor too low.

One Guiding Proposition of Fiedler's Contingency Theory of Leadership Is