Quiz#13

Which of the following is NOT one of the key leader behaviors that are part of transformational leadership?

creating an in-group

The dimensions of situational control in Fiedler's model are

leader-member relations, task structure, and position power.

Which of the following interpersonal traits has research shown to have a negative relationship with leadership effectiveness?

machiavellianism

Leaders increase psychological empowerment by engaging in behaviors that enhance perceptions of _________.

meaningfulness, self-determination, competence, and impact

According to research, which of the following statements about men's and women's leadership traits is true?

men and women are equally assertive

The primary purpose of _________ behaviors is to enhance employees' skills and to create positive work relationships among coworkers and between the leader and his or her employees.

relationship-oriented

Leader-member exchange theory focuses on:

the leader's relationships with followers

A key variable in Fiedler's model is situational control, which is composed of leader-member relations, task structure, and the leader's position power.

true

Laissez-faire leadership represents a general failure to take responsibility for leading.

true

One of the employee characteristics in House's path-goal model is need for achievement.

true

Not everyone is a leader who exerts influence over others in pursuit of organizationally relevant matters.

false (anyone)

_________ involves establishing an attractive vision of the future, the use of emotional arguments and exhibition of optimism and enthusiasm.

inspirational motivation

When a leader is encouraging employees to question the status quo and seek innovative and creative solutions to organizational problems, he or she is engaging in ________.

intellectual stimulation

When a leader is resolving disputes and facilitating communication among subordinates, he or she is engaging in ________ behaviors.

interaction-facilitation