Contingency Theories Focus on the ________ That Impact Leadership Success

question 90

Multiple Choice

Contingency theories focus on the ________ that impact leadership success.

• A) leader's personal characteristics and qualities
• B) leader's abilities to inspire and transform followers
• C) situational variables
• D) values and ethics
• E) aspects of the leader's behavior

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Definitions:

Fake Good

Personality questionnaire responses putting the self in a positive light.

Counterproductive Workplace Behavior

Actions by employees that go against the goals and interests of their employer.

Conscientiousness

Refers to a personality trait characterized by organization, dependability, and the ability to self-regulate.

Agreeableness

A personality trait that involves being kind, sympathetic, cooperative, warm, and considerate.