Which Is LEAST Likely to Be a Reason for the Confused

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which is LEAST likely to be a reason for the confused state of the leadership literature?

• A) a proliferation of confusing terms and diverse definitions
• B) the use of complex theories to explain leader influence
• C) the reliance on weak methods for much of the research
• D) the narrow focus of most empirical studies on leadership

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Definitions:

Virtual Teams

Groups of individuals who work together from various geographic locations and rely on communication technology to collaborate.

Flatter Organization

An organization with fewer hierarchical levels, promoting better communication, quicker decision-making, and often higher employee morale.

Self-managed Teams

Groups of workers who are given administrative oversight for their task domains, including planning and scheduling of work, the allocation of resources, and the operation of their work processes.

Self-managed Team

A group of employees who are provided with the autonomy to manage their work and make decisions without direct supervision.