Express Authority

question 45

Multiple Choice

Express authority:

• A) is created when the principal specifically describes the extent of the agent's powers.
• B) arises from the principal's failure to inform third persons that the relationship between the principal and the agent is not what it appears to be.
• C) arises from the justifiable belief of a third party dealing with the agent.
• D) is created by the conduct of the principal that causes a third person to incorrectly believe that another has the authority to act for the principal.

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Definitions:

Behavioral Leadership Theories

Theories that focus on analyzing and understanding leadership based on the behaviors and actions of leaders rather than on their traits or characteristics.

Situational Factors

External influences that affect an individual's behavior or decisions in any given scenario, independent of their personal characteristics.

Directive Leadership

Spells out the what and how of subordinates’ tasks.

Task-oriented

Focused primarily on completing tasks and achieving objectives efficiently, often with emphasis on proper procedures and outcomes.