Which of the Following Statements Regarding Intellectual Stimulation as a Component

question 189

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding intellectual stimulation as a component of transformational leadership is false?

• A) Followers feel free to encourage leaders to reevaluate their own perspectives and assumptions.
• B) Leaders have a relatively high tolerance for mistakes made by conscientious followers.
• C) Intellectual stimulation refers to the behaviors of transformational leaders that followers strive to emulate or mirror.
• D) Leaders view risk taking as necessary and desirable for the long-term development and success of the organization.

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Definitions:

Modeling

The process of observing and imitating a specific behavior.

Observational Learning

The method of assimilating actions by observing and mimicking what others do.

Abusive Parents

Caregivers who engage in behaviors that harm or neglect their child's physical, emotional, or psychological well-being.

Aggressive

Aggressive behavior is characterized by hostility, assertiveness with the intention to dominate, or the readiness to cause harm or confront others.