Which of the Following Is True of the Trait Model

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of the trait model of leadership?

• A) The traits it identified had no consistent relationship with leadership effectiveness.
• B) It proposed that leaders engaged in two types of behavior: consideration and initiating structure.
• C) It took into account the situation or context within which leadership occurs.
• D) It gave conclusive proof that effective leadership can be understood by the study of personality traits alone.
• E) It identified two basic leader styles: relationship-oriented and task-oriented.

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Definitions:

Behavioral Leadership Perspective

This perspective focuses on the observable behaviors of leaders and how those behaviors influence the performance and satisfaction of followers.

Transformational Leadership

A leadership style characterized by inspiring and motivating followers to exceed their own interests for the good of the group or organization, by fostering high levels of commitment and performance.

Implicit Leadership Perspective

The theory that people have built-in, preconceived notions and expectations about what characteristics and behaviors constitute effective leadership.

Achievement-Oriented Leadership

A leadership style where leaders set challenging goals, expect high performance, and demonstrate confidence in the abilities of their followers.