MGT 411 EXAM 1 STUDY GUIDE
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2026
VERIFIED.
The basic tenet of the contingency approach to leadership was that - ANS behavior effective
in some circumstances might be ineffective under different conditions
Which of the following is stated by the contingency approach to leadership? - ANS Path-Goal
Leadership Model
The contingencies most important to leadership as are the situation and followers. The nature
of followers has also been identified as a key contingency. Thus, the needs, maturity, and
cohesiveness of followers make a significant difference to the best style of leadership.
The qualities needed for effective leadership are the same as those needed to be an effective
follower (T/F) - ANS True
Jessica heads the software team of Allen Inc. She maintains an exclusive relationship with each
team member. She has one-on-one interactions with her subordinates and does not use a
common approach for all her team members. In the given scenario, Jessica follows which type
of leadership to execute her role as an effective leader? - ANS individualized leadership
Emma works as the general manager of Hazel Inc., an apparel manufacturer. Her daily routine
involves setting goals and creating plans. She controls her subordinates using the power
inherent in her position. She is very knowledgeable and is able to communicate her company's
vision to her followers. This information indicates that Emma is most likely a(n): -
ANS Operational approach
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, In the evolution of leadership theories, which Era brought a focus on diversity, teams,
empowerment and horizontal relationships? - ANS Era 3
The difference between the basic people-oriented vs. task-oriented styles in chapter 2 and the
contingency approach in chapter 3 is that the contingency approach factors in ___________ and
____________. - ANS followers; situation
Which of the following describes the "new reality" for leaders? - ANS All of the following
change is constant
need for speed
be global/think local
disruptive technology
from hero to humble
What are "hard" management skills? - ANS Organizing
Directing
Monitoring
Reporting
What are "soft" management skills? - ANS creating a culture
inspiring people
setting a vision
The contingencies most important to leadership are the situation and followers. (T/F) -
ANS True
Which of the following situations indicates a leader acting as a facilitator in decision making? -
ANS A leader defining the problem to be solved and the boundaries within which the
decision must be made.
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2026
VERIFIED.
The basic tenet of the contingency approach to leadership was that - ANS behavior effective
in some circumstances might be ineffective under different conditions
Which of the following is stated by the contingency approach to leadership? - ANS Path-Goal
Leadership Model
The contingencies most important to leadership as are the situation and followers. The nature
of followers has also been identified as a key contingency. Thus, the needs, maturity, and
cohesiveness of followers make a significant difference to the best style of leadership.
The qualities needed for effective leadership are the same as those needed to be an effective
follower (T/F) - ANS True
Jessica heads the software team of Allen Inc. She maintains an exclusive relationship with each
team member. She has one-on-one interactions with her subordinates and does not use a
common approach for all her team members. In the given scenario, Jessica follows which type
of leadership to execute her role as an effective leader? - ANS individualized leadership
Emma works as the general manager of Hazel Inc., an apparel manufacturer. Her daily routine
involves setting goals and creating plans. She controls her subordinates using the power
inherent in her position. She is very knowledgeable and is able to communicate her company's
vision to her followers. This information indicates that Emma is most likely a(n): -
ANS Operational approach
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, In the evolution of leadership theories, which Era brought a focus on diversity, teams,
empowerment and horizontal relationships? - ANS Era 3
The difference between the basic people-oriented vs. task-oriented styles in chapter 2 and the
contingency approach in chapter 3 is that the contingency approach factors in ___________ and
____________. - ANS followers; situation
Which of the following describes the "new reality" for leaders? - ANS All of the following
change is constant
need for speed
be global/think local
disruptive technology
from hero to humble
What are "hard" management skills? - ANS Organizing
Directing
Monitoring
Reporting
What are "soft" management skills? - ANS creating a culture
inspiring people
setting a vision
The contingencies most important to leadership are the situation and followers. (T/F) -
ANS True
Which of the following situations indicates a leader acting as a facilitator in decision making? -
ANS A leader defining the problem to be solved and the boundaries within which the
decision must be made.
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