The Premise of Path-Goal Theory Is That Effective Leaders Motivate

question 98

Multiple Choice

The premise of path-goal theory is that effective leaders motivate subordinates to achieve goals by all of the following EXCEPT:

• A)Rewarding subordinates with these outcomes for high performance
• B)Rewarding subordinates with these outcomes for the attainment of work goals
• C)Empowering the subordinates with authority and responsibility
• D)Clarifying for subordinates the paths leading to the attainment of work goals
• E)Clearly identifying the outcomes that subordinates are trying to obtain from the workplace

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Definitions:

Null Hypothesis

A statement in hypothesis testing that assumes no significant difference or effect, serving as a default position until evidence indicates otherwise.

Incorrect Decision

A decision that does not result in the optimal or expected outcome, often due to faulty reasoning or misinformation.

Type I Error

The incorrect rejection of a true null hypothesis in hypothesis testing, also known as a false positive.

Type II Error

The error made by failing to reject a false null hypothesis, also known as a false negative.