Path-Goal Leadership (Scenario) Harry Knows That There Are Many Different Models of Leadership

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Path-Goal Leadership (Scenario)
Harry knows that there are many different models of leadership. He wants to become more effective at his job, and also to assist his first-line managers in becoming more effective leaders. As he thinks about his first-line managers, he realizes that they each demonstrate a different leadership style. Jenna lets her employees know exactly what is expected of them and gives specific guidelines on how tasks are to be accomplished. Jack, on the other hand, always solicits information and suggestions from his employees before making a decision. Then there is Kate, who demands a lot from her employees. She sets challenging goals and expects all of her workers to try their best to achieve them. Finally, there is Frank, who is very friendly and shows constant concern for his employees and their welfare. Harry decides to use the path-goal theory to further analyze his situation.
-According to the predictions from the path-goal theory,Jack's leadership style will be the preferred leader behaviour in which of the following situations?

• A)Task assignments are unclear and ambiguous.
• B)Followers believe they control what happens to them.
• C)Subordinates are performing structured tasks.
• D)Followers need specific guidance on how to accomplish tasks.

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