In Fiedler's contingency theory, a trusted airline captain leading a cockpit crew is in a situation that is likely characterized by
A) Good leader-member relations, high task structure, and strong position power.
B) Poor leader-member relations, low task structure, and strong position power.
C) Good leader-member relations, high task structure, and weak position power.
D) Good leader-member relations, low task structure, and weak position power.

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Fiedler's contingency theory suggests that the effectiveness of a leader is contingent on the match between the leader's style and the favorableness of the situation. A trusted airline captain leading a cockpit crew typically enjoys good leader-member relations due to the trust and respect from the crew, operates in a high task structure environment given the clear procedures and protocols in aviation, and possesses strong position power due to the authority vested in the captain's role.

In Fiedler's Contingency Theory, a Trusted Airline Captain Leading a Cockpit