Comparisons of the Level of Service (LS) with Other Risk

question 10

Multiple Choice

Comparisons of the Level of Service (LS) with other risk instruments show

• A) the LS as far better than any instrument available
• B) the LS as better than static risk scales and equal to need scales
• C)the LS as good, and sometimes better than any offender risk or need scale presently available
• D) the Wisconsin risk scale predicts recidivism better
• E) that there have been no studies comparing the LS with other risk scales f. the use of the LS has harmful effects (e.g., longer prison sentences)

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Definitions:

Transactional Leadership

A leadership style that focuses on the exchanges between leaders and their followers, where leaders reward or punish followers based on their performance.

Achievement-oriented Leadership

A leadership style focused on setting challenging goals, emphasizing excellence, and demonstrating confidence in followers' abilities.

Directive Leadership

A leadership style where the leader takes a highly structured and authoritative role, making decisions unilaterally and expecting followers to comply.

Supportive Leadership

Leadership style focused on building trust and motivation among team members by showing concern for their needs and well-being.