Isobel Learns of a Recent Study on Gender Differences in Leadership

question 11

Multiple Choice

Isobel learns of a recent study on gender differences in leadership behaviours. In which area of leadership do women score more highly than men?

• A) Motivating others
• B) Fostering communication
• C) Producing high-quality work
• D) Listening to others
• E) All of the above

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Definitions:

Empathy-altruism Hypothesis

The empathy-altruism hypothesis is a theory stating that feelings of empathy for others can lead to an altruistic desire to help them, regardless of personal gain.

Negative State Relief Hypothesis

A theory suggesting that individuals help others in distress to alleviate their own negative feelings or emotional state.

Dog Attack

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Trapped Child

A situation where a child is physically caught or emotionally feels incapable of escaping from a detrimental environment or circumstance.