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Which type of leader clarifies the role and task requirements of subordinates?


A) Transactional
B) Charismatic
C) Transformational
D) Supportive
E) Team

F) A) and B)
G) C) and D)

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Researchers at the Ohio State University identified two major behaviors called


A) commitment and consideration.
B) commitment and initiation.
C) consideration and initiating structure.
D) initiating structure and commitment.
E) consideration and concern for people.

F) A) and E)
G) C) and E)

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Charismatic leaders are often ____ than transactional leaders.


A) less emotional
B) more predictable
C) less predictable
D) more directive
E) none of these

F) B) and E)
G) A) and D)

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The distinguishing personal characteristics of a leader are known as


A) traits.
B) sources of power.
C) leadership styles.
D) leadership behaviors.
E) personal preferences.

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

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The leadership grid suggests a two-dimensional leadership theory that measures a leader's concern for people and concern for production.

A) True
B) False

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Humility plays an important part in distinguishing whether a charismatic leader will work to benefit primarily the larger organization or use his or her gifts for personal gain.

A) True
B) False

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A level 3 leader is someone who is able to organize people and resources toward the effective and efficient pursuit of predetermined objectives.

A) True
B) False

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____________________ are the distinguishing personal characteristics of a leader,such as intelligence,values,and appearance.

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Three distinguishing personal characteristics associated with successful leaders are intelligence,honesty,and self-confidence.

A) True
B) False

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In general,research has found a(n) ____ relationship between personal traits and leader success.


A) strong
B) weak
C) positive
D) negative
E) inverse

F) A) and B)
G) B) and E)

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The Michigan researchers used the term ____ for leaders who established high performance goals and displayed supportive behavior toward subordinates.


A) job-centered leaders
B) employee-centered leaders
C) initiating structure
D) consideration
E) impoverished management

F) B) and C)
G) C) and D)

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Sandra views herself as a tough but fair supervisor.She gives explicit directions to her subordinates about how tasks should be accomplished,but is not always approachable when they come to her with questions.Her employees sometimes feel that she is too gruff and impersonal.Which category on the situational leadership grid does Sandra fit into?


A) Following style
B) Delegating style
C) Participating style
D) Telling style
E) Selling style

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

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Effective leaders develop networks of allies;people who can help the leader accomplish his or her goals.

A) True
B) False

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____ works best for employees with moderate readiness,according to Hersey and Blanchard.


A) Selling and telling
B) Telling and participating
C) Selling and participating
D) Telling and delegating
E) Selling and delegating

F) None of the above
G) C) and D)

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When leaders influence others through the exchange of benefits or favors,which influence tactic is being used?


A) Develop allies
B) Use rational persuasion
C) Make people like you
D) Rule of reciprocity
E) Reward behaviors

F) D) and E)
G) A) and B)

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Influence means that the relationship among people is passive.

A) True
B) False

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Hersey and Blanchard's situational theory focuses a great deal of attention on the characteristics of employees in determining appropriate leadership behavior.

A) True
B) False

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Candice uses praise,letters of support,and pats on the back as ways of influencing her subordinate's behaviors.All of these actions are highly valued by the work group.This is an example of


A) coercive power.
B) legitimate power.
C) reward power.
D) expert power.
E) referent power.

F) A) and E)
G) B) and E)

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Authentic leadership refers to individuals who know and understand themselves,act consistently with high ethical values,and empower others.

A) True
B) False

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According to the Leadership Grid,which of the following occurs when efficiency in operations is the dominant orientation?


A) Team Management
B) Country Club Management
C) Middle of the Road Management
D) Impoverished Management
E) Authority-Compliance

F) None of the above
G) B) and C)

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