Question :
31. As a manager using Fiedler’s approach to leadership, which : 1264972
31. As a manager using Fiedler’s approach to leadership, which of the following interventions would be most effective?
a.Insure that you recruit leaders with flexible leadership approaches.
b.When you find a misfit between the leader and the situation, provide the necessary training to remedy the lack of fit.
c.Constantly monitor leadership orientation through the LPC to detect any change in orientation.
d.Reengineer the situation to fit the leader’s predisposition.
32. According to the contingency theory developed by Fiedler, what is the most appropriate action where it is found there is a misfit between the leader and the situation?
a.Attempt to change the leader’s behavior through training.
b.Remove the leader and replace him/her with someone that will result in a fit.
c.Reengineer the leader’s situation to fit the leader’s basic predisposition.
d.Develop better assessment techniques for leaders as well as group members.
33. The path-goal theory of leader effectiveness by Robert House is based on:
a.the equity theory of motivation
b.the goal setting theory of motivation
c.the expectancy theory of motivation
d.McGregor’s Theory Y approach to motivation
34. The variables used to determine the most appropriate leader behavior in House’s path-goal theory are:
a.position power and leader-member relations
b.leader behavior style and follower style
c.authority and task characteristics
d.follower characteristics and task characteristics
35. Which of the following is NOT one of the leader behavior styles one can choose from when using the path-goal theory of leader effectiveness?
a.directive
b.participative
c.relationship-oriented
d.achievement-oriented
36. The path-goal theory assumes that leaders:
a.adapt their behavior and style to fit the characteristics of the followers
b.adapt their behavior and style to fit the characteristics of the environment in which they work
c.structure the situation so as to best fit their leader style
d.adapt their behavior and style to fit the characteristics of the work environment and followers
37. According to the Vroom-Yetton-Jago normative decision model, all of the following are possible appropriate decision-making strategies except:
a.authoritative
b.democratic
c.laissez-faire
d.consultative
38. The Vroom-Yetton-Jago normative decision model helps leaders and managers know:
a.when to change the decision situation or style of the leader
b.how to identify what leadership style is most appropriate through the administration of the LBDQ
c.when to have employees participate in the decision-making process
d.how to focus on task characteristics, leader-member relations, or the position power of the leader
39. The key situational variable of the Hersey-Blanchard leadership model is:
a.task structure
b.type of power
c.maturity level of employees
d.leader-follower relationships
40. In the Hersey-Blanchard leadership model, the leadership style most appropriate with very mature followers is:
a.autocratic
b.delegating
c.democratic
d.employee-centered
