Jack Oversees Two Very Different Workers

question 90

Multiple Choice

Jack oversees two very different workers. Kenny wants to be told exactly what to do because he is hesitant to make decisions, and Laila wants to be told exactly what to do because she wants to get on with it. So, even though they are very different people, they both respect decisiveness. According to the path-goal theory of leadership, Jack should use the ________ leadership style with Kenny and Laila.

• A) directive
• B) supportive
• C) participative
• D) achievement-oriented
• E) relationship

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Definitions:

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