What Is the Reasoning Behind Role Modeling

question 20

Multiple Choice

What is the reasoning behind role modeling?

• A) Having managers act out the role of the subordinate gives them a better understanding of the subordinate's feelings.
• B) A manager should select subordinates who are similar to him or her.
• C) Having subordinates act out the role of manager in contrived settings gives them a better understanding of directives.
• D) A leader behaves in the same way that he or she wants subordinates to behave.
• E) A leader is more likely to build referent power if he or she is sensitive to others' needs and feelings.

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