Which One of the Following Statements Is Most Closely Associated

question 87

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements is most closely associated with the concepts of the path-goal theory of leadership?

• A)Achievement of organizational goals is more important than the paths used to achieve them.
• B)Managers must set the goals for performance and allow employees to select the path they use to achieve the goal.
• C)Directive behavior is not appropriate when precise performance goals and procedures exist.
• D)Effective leaders are characterized by high degree of acceptance and low task-orientation.
• E)Managers can facilitate job performance by showing employees how their performance directly affects their receiving of rewards.

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Shareholders' Equity

The residual interest in the assets of a company after deducting liabilities, representing ownership interest.

Liabilities

Financial obligations or debts that a company owes to others, which need to be settled over time through the transfer of assets, provision of services, or other economic benefits.

Assets

Economic resources owned or controlled by a business or an individual, capable of producing value and used to generate income or meet obligations.