Which Approach to Leadership Focuses on Identifying Categories of Relevant

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which approach to leadership focuses on identifying categories of relevant leadership behavior and examining their effects on performance and other outcomes?

• A) The behavioral approach
• B) The laissez-faire approach
• C) The trait approach
• D) The directive approach
• E) The contingency approach

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Definitions:

Individualistic Countries

Nations that prioritize the values and rights of the individual over the interests of the group, often emphasizing personal independence and achievement.

Hierarchically Structured

Organized in a way that ranks constituents or elements in levels of importance or authority, often found in organizations, systems, or biological classifications.

Authoritarian Parenting

A parenting style characterized by high demands and low responsiveness, where parents impose strict rules, expect obedience, and often use punishment to enforce discipline.

Descriptive Norms

Social norms that describe what behaviors are typically performed by members of a social group, indicating what is commonly done in a given situation.