In the Context of Fiedler's Contingency Theory of Leadership, Leaders

question 19

Multiple Choice

In the context of Fiedler's contingency theory of leadership, leaders who describe their least preferred coworker (LPC) in positive terms are classified as _____.

• A)task-oriented leaders
• B)autocratic leaders
• C)relationship-oriented leaders
• D)laissez-faire leaders

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Definitions:

Unemployed

Refers to individuals who are capable of working and willing to work but cannot find employment.

Misery Index

An economic indicator created by summing the unemployment rate and inflation rate, intending to measure economic discomfort within a country.

Financial Industry

A sector of the economy that includes businesses and institutions that provide financial services, such as banking, investment, and insurance.

Stimulus

Economic measures taken by the government to encourage growth or prevent economic slowdown, often through spending or tax cuts.