Which of the Following Was Not Identified as a Weakness

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was not identified as a weakness of most contingency theories of effective leadership?

• A)over-emphasis on broad categories of leadership behavior
• B)inadequate explanation of causal relationships
• C)failure to clearly distinguish moderators from mediators
• D)over-emphasis on joint effects of situational variables

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Definitions:

A-not-B Error

A cognitive error observed in infants, where they repeatedly reach for an object at a previous location (A) where it was found, despite seeing it moved to a new location (B).

Hidden Objects

Items that are not easily observable and require effort to be found, often used in games and psychological tests to assess perception and attention.

Incentive

A reward or stimulus that motivates or encourages an individual to perform an action or exhibit a particular behavior.

Familiar Hiding Place

A location where an individual feels safe and chooses to retreat to, typically known only to them or a select few, often used for comfort or security.