Which of the Following Statements Is a Criticism of Fiedler's

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is a criticism of Fiedler's contingency theory?

• A) The use of the least preferred coworker score as a measure of relationship- or task-oriented behavior is complicated.
• B) The empirical support for the model is weak because it is based on correlational results that fail to achieve statistical significance in the majority of cases.
• C) It does not go beyond the notion of leadership styles to try to show how styles fit a situation.
• D) It fails to consider high least preferred coworker score leaders, who some studies indicate are more effective than medium least preferred coworker score leaders in all situations.

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Definitions:

Cooperating

The act of working together towards a common goal or purpose.

Competing

An approach to conflict resolution where one party seeks to achieve their goals without regard for the interests or needs of the other party, emphasizing winning over cooperating.

Goal Structure

The arrangement and prioritization of goals within an individual or organization, affecting motivation and the strategies used to achieve these goals.

Competitive

Having a strong desire to be more successful than others; often involves comparisons and rivalries.