Devon often tells staff that his top priority is to "do things the right way." He also takes a very personal approach toward achieving company goals.Which of the following statements about Devon is TRUE?
A) Devon assumes the traditional role of a leader because he is concerned with doing things the right way and taking a personal approach to achieving goals.
B) Devon assumes the traditional role of a manager when he is concerned with doing things the right way and a leader when he takes a personal approach to goals.
C) Devon assumes the traditional role of a leader when he is concerned with doing things the right way and a manager because he takes a personal approach to goals.
D) Devon assumes the traditional role of a manager because he is concerned with doing things the right way and taking a personal approach to achieving goals.

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The traditional view distinguishes between the roles of managers and leaders by associating management with "doing things right" (efficiency, planning, paperwork, procedures) and leadership with "doing the right things" (setting direction, inspiring others, creating vision). Devon's focus on "doing things the right way" aligns with the managerial aspect of ensuring efficiency and correctness, while taking a "personal approach" towards achieving company goals aligns with the leadership aspect of inspiring and motivating employees.

Devon Often Tells Staff That His Top Priority Is to "Do