Which of These Statements About People-Oriented and Task-Oriented Leadership Styles

question 143

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements about people-oriented and task-oriented leadership styles is FALSE?

• A)The two dimensions of the Leadership Grid® are similar to the people-oriented and task-oriented leadership styles.
• B)People-oriented and task-oriented leadership styles are at opposite ends of a behavioral continuum.
• C)Task-oriented leaders tend to devote more energy towards defining and structuring work roles.
• D)Task-oriented leadership is associated with lower job satisfaction.
• E)People-oriented leaders show more mutual trust and respect for subordinates than do task-oriented leaders.

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