The Tendency to Develop "Special" Relationships with Some Team Members

question 166

Multiple Choice

The tendency to develop "special" relationships with some team members is a central theme in:

• A)The Hersey-Blanchard Model.
• B)The Blake-Mouton Managerial Grid.
• C)The Leader-Member Exchange Theory.
• D)The AMX Theory.
• E)The Path-Goal Theory.

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Definitions:

Theory X

A management theory suggesting that employees are inherently lazy and will avoid work if they can, hence need to be closely supervised and have a structured work environment.

Internal Rewards

are personal satisfactions or fulfilments that come from within an individual, often as a result of accomplishing something.

External Rewards

Benefits or incentives provided by an external source, such as money, grades, or praise, which motivate behavior.

Organizational Morale

The overall mood, attitude, and satisfaction of members within a company or organization, often influencing productivity and cohesion.