Which of the Following Statements Describes Fiedler's Contingency Theory

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describes Fiedler's contingency theory?

• A) Leaders can influence followers in highly unfavorable situations.
• B) Leaders must be matched to a situation that fits their leadership style.
• C) Leaders are capable of adapting their leadership styles to fit the demands of different situations.
• D) Leaders can increase subordinate satisfaction and performance by clarifying the paths to goals.

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Definitions:

Population Change

Alterations in the size, composition, distribution, or density of human populations over time.

Variables

Elements, characteristics, or attributes that can vary or change, often used in research to measure and analyze differences.

Demographers

Are socialscientific analysts of human population.

Louis Wirth

An influential American sociologist who focused on urban life and the social structures within cities.