Which of the Following Is True of House's Path-Goal Theory

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of House's path-goal theory?

• A) It suggests that managers cannot adopt different leadership styles in different situations.
• B) It suggests that rewards should be used as a measure of approval for past performances, rather than as motivators.
• C) It treats the situation within which leadership occurs as irrelevant when studying effective leaders.
• D) It suggests using coercive power to ensure high performance and goal attainment.
• E) It suggests that subordinates need to be motivated depending on their nature and that of their work.

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