Checkup 4 Flashcards

1
Q

Of the following leadership styles, the least authoritative is where the ______________________________________________________________________________________________.

A

b. leader presents the problem, gathers suggestions of subordinates, and makes a decision

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2
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Successful leaders usually practice ________________ style(s) of leadership.

A

several

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3
Q

The most important factor in achieving good human relationships in a business organization may be the _________________ ability of its management.

A

leadership

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4
Q

Three factors a manager should consider in his role as a leader are:
a) ___________________________
b) __________________________
c) _________________________

A

his own abilities; the abilities of his followers; the existing conditions

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5
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Of the following leadership styles, the most participative is where the __________________________________________________.

A

a. subordinates determine problems and make decisions

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6
Q

Five characteristics that are usually manifested by effective leaders are:
a) __________________________
b) _____________
c) _____________
d) ______________________
e) ___________________

A

knowledge of self; confidence; empathy; ability to communicate; objectivity

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7
Q

The authoritative leader issues ______________ to his subordinates.

A

directives

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8
Q

Subordinates ___________ have the same goals as their leaders.

A

sometimes

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9
Q

A leader who seeks to understand the desires of subordinates is expressing _____________________.

A

empathy

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10
Q

the ability to induce or inspire subordinates (followers) to accomplish the goals of the organization

A

Leadership

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11
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A leader who is ____________ of his subordinates’ abilities may lack confidence in himself.

A

distrustful

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12
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An _________ leader attempts to assess the abilities of subordinates impartially.

A

objective

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13
Q

______________ is a characteristic of a good leader.

A

Confidence

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14
Q

____________________ are important to effective leadership.

A

Good listening habits

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15
Q

Most leaders use both _____________________ and _________________ leadership styles.

A

authoritative; participative

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16
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A leader’s knowledge of himself has ________ effect on his leadership ability.

A

great

17
Q

________________ leaders encourage subordinates to make suggestions.

A

Participative

18
Q

The purest forms of ____________ and ______________ leadership are not frequently practiced.

A

authoritative; participative

19
Q

The proper timing of leader’s communications is important in meeting a subordinate’s _________ needs.

A

security