A Professor Who Puts on Rubber Gloves Before Grading Papers

question 26

Multiple Choice

A professor who puts on rubber gloves before grading papers and faithfully avoids any contact with the hands of students is exhibiting a(n) :

• A) cleaning compulsion.
• B) checking compulsion.
• C) order compulsion.
• D) touching compulsion.

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Definitions:

High-task

Pertaining to tasks or jobs that are highly demanding in terms of skills, effort, and time commitment, often requiring high levels of concentration and expertise.

Fred Fiedler

A psychologist known for his research in leadership and the creator of the Contingency Model, which suggests the effectiveness of a leader is contingent on the leader's style and the situation.

Contingency Theory

A management theory that suggests the most appropriate form of managerial action depends on the specifics of the situation at hand.

Leadership Style

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