Leadership Midterm (CH 5-8)

The situational model assumes followers' skills and motivations change over time

True

Transformational leadership fits today's work group needs

True

Transformational leadership has been described as a process that changes people

True

Transformational leadership is among the most current and popular approaches to leadership

True

Transformational leadership is fundamentally morally uplifting, which suggests that use of coercive leadership cannot be considered a model of leadership

True

Which leadership style includes a high level of support while the leader makes the final decision about goal accomplishment?

coaching

Path-goal theory posits that in order for leaders to motivate followers, they must choose behaviors that _______

complement or supplement what is missing in the work setting

A leader who lets followers take responsibility for task accomplishments and has less involvement with followers is using _______ behaviors

delegating

an in group member would most likely be characterized by which type of behavior?

desire to go beyond prescribed roles

A leader who gives followers instructions about how and when goals should be achieved and supervises them carefully is using ______ behaviors

directing

Transactional leadership is best described as the

exchanges that occur between leaders and followers as a natural part of the job

Adjusting leadership styles is based on the assumption that ____

followers' skills and motivation vary over time

Research has found that high quality leader member exchanges produce which outcomes?

greater organizational commitment and reduced turnover

a leader who invites a follower to take on more responsibility may be attempting to

help the follower into the in group

How would you summarize the findings from the later studies of LMX?

high quality leader member exchanges foster positive job outcomes

In LMX theory, leaders should strive to treat followers _____

independently

Which of the following is a criticism of LMX theory?

it may discriminate against some followers or out group members

Path-goal theory was developed to explain how ___________

leaders motivate followers to be satisfied and successful in their work

The prescriptive nature of LMX suggests that _____

leaders should create special relationships with each of their followers

According to path-goal theory, leadership generates motivation when ________

payoffs are numerous and rewarding for followers

LMX theory is unique because it treats leadership as a

process

The mature partnership phase is characterized by _____

reciprocity

Expectancy theory is about _________

rewarding followers for meeting their goals

A charismatic leader would most likely exhibit which type of behavior?

serve as a strong role model with high expectations for followers

SLII Using the situational approach as a framework, what makes an effective leader?

someone who recognizes what followers needs and adapts their behaviors to meet those needs

An out group member would most likely be characterized by which type of behavior?

strict adherence to role responsibilities

According to the situational leadership approach, _____

there is a one-to-one relationship between follower development and leader style

What statement best reflects the goal of path-goal theory?

to enhance overall follower performance and satisfaction

LMX theory is primarily concerned with how well leaders and followers _____

work together

Which of the following statements best describes situational leadership?

Different situations demand different kinds of leadership.

According to Bass, transformational leadership and transactional leadership are mutually exclusive

False

Out group members act differently from in group members in that they ask for additional responsibility

False

Research has found that laissez-faire leadership is generally positively related to job effectiveness and satisfaction

False

Subordinates in the out group receive more information and concern from their leaders than do in group members

False

Transactional leadership raises the level of motivation and morality in followers

False

What criticism has been launched at the situational approach regarding demographics?

It fails to take into account how age, experience, and educational level may shape followers' needs for directive and supportive leadership

Which statement best reflects the nature of transformational leaders?

They nurture, inspire, and empower followers

What has influenced the continued growth of research on transformational leadership in modern times?

This approach focuses on intrinsic motivation that can inspire and empower followers to succeed, especially in uncertain times.

A strength of the transformational leadership approach is its intuitive appeal

True

Charismatic leadership is thought to be reserved for a gifted few

True

Charismatic leadership transforms followers' self-concepts and tries to link the identity of the followers to the collect identity of the organization

True

During the acquaintance phase of leadership development, leaders and followers are assessing desire for the follower to take on new responsibilities

True

Leadership development suggests that leaders and followers are responsible for making the offers for improved career oriented interactions

True

Research shows that the most effective leadership combines transformational leadership behaviors with elements of laissez-faire and transactional leadership

True

Situational leadership is a widely recognized and utilized approach with two dimensions: 1. directive dimension. 2. supportive dimension

True