If You Were Using the Fiedler Contingency Model of Leadership

question 64

Multiple Choice

If you were using the Fiedler contingency model of leadership to establish a scenario in your company which gives managers maximum control, which of the following combinations of situational dimensions would you seek to achieve?

• A) high task structure, good leader-member relations, and strong position power
• B) limited position power, good leader-member relations, and low task structure
• C) less structured jobs, strong position power, and moderate leader-member relations
• D) broad employee responsibilities, low position power, and moderate leader-member relations
• E) good leader-member relations, low position power, and unstructured jobs

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Definitions:

Teamwork

The process of people actively working together to accomplish common goals.

Mentoring Systems

Programs that facilitate the guidance and professional development of individuals within organizations through mentor relationships.

Performance Feedback

Information provided to individuals or teams about the quality of their work output, aiming to reinforce strengths and address areas needing improvement.

Entrepreneurial Tendencies

Characteristics or inclinations towards initiating new businesses, taking risks, and innovating in response to market opportunities.