Which of the Following Exemplifies Fiedler's Contingency Theory

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following exemplifies Fiedler's contingency theory? 

• A) ​Assigning a manager to lead a team of employees whose performances have been below average and expecting him to influence the team 
• B) ​Expecting a person who does not have commendable teaching skills to acquire the skills and become a good teacher 
• C) ​Assigning customer care management position to a person who has exceptional skills to interact with customers 
• D) ​Expecting a person who has excellent technical skills and leads a software firm to lead a non-technical firm with equal effectiveness

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Definitions:

Basal Ganglia

A group of nuclei in the brain associated with a variety of functions including control of voluntary motor movements, procedural learning, and habits.

Frontal Lobe

The front part of the brain associated with reasoning, planning, parts of speech, movement, emotions, and problem-solving.

Cerebellum

A part of the brain located at the back of the skull, vital for coordinating movement and maintaining physical balance.

Working Memory

A cognitive system responsible for temporarily holding and manipulating information for tasks such as reasoning and understanding.