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Social Science Clinic => Business => Management => Topic started by: Charlie on Jul 6, 2018
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Which of the following theoretical approaches in the study of leadership focuses on followers' readiness as a determinant of effective leadership?
A) Big Five personality model
B) behavioral theories
C) Fiedler contingency model
D) laissez-faire leadership
E) situational leadership theory
Question 2
According to the situational leadership theory, if employees are unwilling and unable, the appropriate leadership style in this situation would be ________.
A) participative
B) democratic
C) person-oriented
D) directive
E) supportive
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Answer to Question 1
E
Explanation: E) Situational leadership theory (SLT) focuses on the followers. It says successful leadership depends on selecting the right leadership style contingent on the followers' readiness, or the extent to which they are willing and able to accomplish a specific task.
Answer to Question 2
D
Explanation: D) According to the situational leadership theory, if employees are unwilling and unable, the appropriate leadership style in this situation would be directive.
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