In the Context of the Contingency Factor of Visibility, a Leader's

question 50

Multiple Choice

In the context of the contingency factor of visibility, a leader's ability to influence others increases when

• A) the leader's role is important and interdependent with others in the organization.
• B) the leader has the freedom to make decisions without being restrained by rules.
• C) there are no substitutes for the rewards or resources the leader controls.
• D) others know about the leader and the resources he or she can provide.
• E) they can give and withhold rewards as they see fit.

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Definitions:

Whistle-blower

An individual who exposes illegal, unethical, or wrong practices within an organization to the public or to authorities.

Additives

Substances added to products, such as food or fuel, to enhance their properties or preserve their quality.

Secretly

The act of keeping something hidden or undisclosed from others.

Enlightened Self-interest

The understanding that actions which appear to benefit others can also indirectly benefit oneself, leading to outcomes that are advantageous for all parties involved.