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The two broad categories of leader behaviors are


A) task-oriented and authority-oriented structures.
B) task-oriented and initiating structures.
C) people-oriented and authority-oriented structures.
D) task-oriented and people-oriented structures.

E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

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In what context might a servant leader be successful?

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Which of the following statements regarding leadership and ethics is accurate?


A) People in positions of authority are influential in driving others to ethical or unethical behaviors.
B) Ethics is a matter of organizational culture rather than leadership style.
C) The contingency theories of leadership are explicit in noting the important role that ethics play in effective leadership.
D) Ethical behaviors are a central component to transactional leadership theory.

E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

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Most research on leadership has been conducted on which of the following theories of leadership?


A) Fiedler's contingency theory
B) House's path-goal theory
C) transformational leadership theory
D) authentic leadership theory

E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

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A key trait associated with leadership is


A) high sensitivity.
B) high introversion.
C) high agreeableness.
D) high integrity.

E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

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Research on Fiedler's Contingency Theory indicates which of the following?


A) Predictions about where high LPC leadership will be effective are supported more than those where low LPC leadership is effective.
B) There is full support for Fiedler's Contingency Theory.
C) Fiedler's theory is important because it recognizes the importance of the leadership context.
D) Fiedler's theory is a useful framework for thinking about which personality traits are useful in predicting leadership.

E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

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List and describe two traits that are associated with leadership.Indicate what impact they have on leadership.

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Traits that can be presented include: ge...

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Transactional leadership is a more effective form than transformational leadership.

A) True
B) False

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What leadership theory or characteristics are most applicable to other countries?

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The answer for all situations is,it depe...

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How does Fiedler's contingency theory compare to that of House's path-goal theory of leadership?

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Fiedler's contingency theory looks at in...

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What contribution to building effective leaders does the trait theory offer?

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The trait theories attempt to create a l...

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High quality LMX is related to


A) increased job satisfaction.
B) higher turnover.
C) reduced organizational commitment.
D) effort in building good relationships.

E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

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Men leaders are more likely to be task-oriented,while women leaders are more likely to be relationally-oriented.

A) True
B) False

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Openness refers to


A) being outgoing,talkative,sociable,and enjoying social situations.
B) being affable,tolerant,sensitive,trusting,kind and warm.
C) being curious,original,intellectual,creative and receptive to new ideas.
D) being organized,systematic,punctual,achievement-oriented and dependable.

E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

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Research on transformational and transactional leadership shows


A) transactional leadership is more effective than transformational leadership.
B) transactional leaders have little to no influence on employee attitudes.
C) transformational leaders create higher levels of commitment to organizational change efforts.
D) transactional leaders increase the intrinsic motivation of their followers.

E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

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Agreeable people who are modest,good-natured and avoid conflict are less likely to be perceived as leaders.

A) True
B) False

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What is servant leadership?

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Servant leadership is where the leader s...

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Denise wants to improve her relationship with her manager.Right now,she feels like she really does not know him well.She recognizes that part of the issue is that she works in her office with the door closed and opens it to meet with people only on an "as needed" basis.What are some recommendations for Denise?

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Employees of abusive leaders are more likely to quit their jobs and experience higher levels of unhappiness and stress.

A) True
B) False

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Authentic leadership


A) is a leadership approach that defines the leader's role as serving the needs of others.
B) refers to effective leaders who stay true to themselves.
C) makes sure employees are involved in decision making.
D) sets goals for employees and encourages them to reach those goals.

E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

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