The Directive and Achievement-Oriented Behaviors with in the Path-Goal Approach

question 9

Multiple Choice

The directive and achievement-oriented behaviors with in the path-goal approach to leadership are two distinct dimensions of ___________.

• A)task-oriented behavior
• B)person-oriented behavior
• C)situational-oriented behavior
• D)the consideration perspective

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Definitions:

Situationism

A theory in psychology that suggests human behavior is greatly influenced by external situational factors rather than by internal traits or motivations.

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency for observers to underestimate situational influences and overestimate personal characteristics when explaining others' behaviors.

Actor-observer Effect

The tendency to attribute one's own actions to external factors while attributing others' actions to their character or disposition.

Self-serving Bias

A cognitive bias where individuals attribute their successes to personal factors and their failures to external factors, often to maintain self-esteem.