Which of the following theories of leadership is based on ...

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Which of the following theories of leadership is based on situational variables?
 
  A) attribution theory
  B) trait theories
  C) charismatic leadership theory
  D) path-goal theory
  E) behavioral theories

Question 2

Maurice Harper is a friendly and warm manager who starts her day at work by personally greeting her colleagues and subordinates. Maurice is often seen listening sincerely to employees' concerns and problems.
 
  She takes the initiative to hold programs to renew and improve the skills of current employees. Most of her employees know that she is accessible for help and information at all times. Maurice is a(n) ________ leader.
  A) achievement-oriented
  B) transaction-oriented
  C) employee-oriented
  D) production-oriented
  E) task-oriented

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Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: D) Numerous studies have shown that predicting leadership success is more complex than isolating a few traits or behaviors, since leadership styles that are effective in very bad times or in very good times do not necessarily translate into long-term success. This idea led researchers to change their focus from trait and behavior theories to situational influences on leadership styles, or contingency theories. The path-goal theory is one of the contingency theories.

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: C) According to the behavioral dimensions of leaders identified by the University of Michigan's Survey Research Center, the employee-oriented leader emphasizes interpersonal relationships by taking a personal interest in the needs of employees and accepting individual differences among them.