According to House's Path-Goal Theory, Which of the Following Leadership

question 35

Multiple Choice

According to House's path-goal theory, which of the following leadership styles increases worker self-confidence by emphasizing individual abilities and offering needed assistance?

• A) Directive leadership
• B) Participative leadership
• C) Supportive leadership
• D) Achievement-oriented leadership

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Risk Level

The potential for losing something of value, measured in the context of investment as the uncertainty regarding the return or the possibility of losing some or all of the original investment.

Capital Allocation Line

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Risk-averse Investors

Investors who prefer to minimize uncertainty and potential loss in their investment choices, often opting for safer, more predictable investments.

Optimal Risky Portfolio

The combination of investments that provides the highest expected return for a given level of risk or the lowest risk for a given level of expected return.