Bob Was Recently Promoted to the Position of Manager of the Engineering

question 51

Multiple Choice

Bob was recently promoted to the position of manager of the engineering division in his company because of his knowledge and his ability to perform all the functions required in his field. In this instance, Bob was promoted because of his _____ skill.

• A) conceptual
• B) planning
• C) human
• D) technical
• E) leading

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Definitions:

Transactional Leadership Behaviour

A leadership style focused on supervising, organizing, and performance; leading through clear structures and reward and punishment.

Contingent Reward Behaviour

A leadership approach where rewards or recognition are given to subordinates based on their performance or achievement of specific goals.

Laissez-faire Leadership

A leadership style characterized by minimal managerial intervention. Leaders provide tools and resources, but employees have the freedom to solve problems and make decisions on their own.

Quality LMX Relationships

Refers to high-quality leader-member exchange relationships characterized by mutual respect, trust, and obligation between leaders and their subordinates.