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Multiple choice organisation of commerce and management leadership leadership theories directing commerce

Leaders ________.

  1. establish direction by developing a vision of the future.

  2. align people by communicating their vision.

  3. inspire people to overcome hurdles.

  4. all of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Leadership involves a comprehensive set of actions aimed at guiding an organization. This includes establishing a clear direction and vision for the future, aligning people by communicating this vision, and inspiring them to overcome obstacles. Therefore, all of the listed actions are core functions of a leader.

Multiple choice organisation of commerce and management leadership leadership theories directing commerce

Leadership is ______.

  1. the ability to influence a group in goal achievement.

  2. an inherited trait.

  3. not something that can be learned.

  4. a trait held by all managers.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Leadership is fundamentally defined as the ability to influence a group toward the achievement of a vision or set of goals. It is not an exclusively inherited trait, it can be learned, and not all managers possess this ability. Thus, the core definition centers on influence and goal achievement.

Multiple choice organisation of commerce and management leadership leadership theories directing commerce

If trait research had been successful, we would ___, whereas if behavioural studies were correct, we would _____.

  1. teach people certain traits; teach people certain behaviours.

  2. select the right person for the job; train leaders.

  3. change jobs to suit people; change people to suit jobs.

  4. only hire women; hire either men or women.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

If trait theory were completely accurate, organizations would focus entirely on selecting individuals who already possess inherent leadership traits. Conversely, if behavioral theories were correct, organizations would focus on training individuals to perform specific leadership behaviors. This distinction highlights the 'born vs. made' debate in leadership development.

Multiple choice organisation of commerce and management leadership leadership theories directing commerce

Which of the following is not a behavioural theory of leadership?

  1. Ohio State studies

  2. trait theory

  3. University of Michigan studies

  4. leadership grid
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Trait theory focuses on identifying the inherent personal characteristics of leaders, making it distinct from behavioral theories. The Ohio State studies, University of Michigan studies, and the Leadership Grid are all classic behavioral theories that focus on what leaders actually do. Therefore, trait theory is not a behavioral theory.

Multiple choice organisation of commerce and management leadership leadership theories directing commerce

The University of Michigan studies define a(n) _______ leader as one who takes personal interest in the needs of his/her subordinates.

  1. personal

  2. country club

  3. employee-oriented

  4. humanistic
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The University of Michigan studies identified two dimensions of leadership behavior: employee-oriented and production-oriented. An employee-oriented leader is defined as one who emphasizes interpersonal relations, takes a personal interest in the needs of employees, and accepts individual differences. This directly matches the description in the question.

Multiple choice organisation of commerce and management leadership leadership theories directing commerce

Leading involves which of the following?

  1. Assigning tasks

  2. Motivating employees

  3. Use of influence

  4. Both b & c
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The leading function of management focuses on guiding, influencing, and motivating employees to work toward organizational goals. While assigning tasks is primarily an organizing function, motivating employees and using influence are central components of leading. Therefore, both b and c are correct.

Multiple choice organisation of commerce and management leadership leadership theories directing commerce

It is also said that administration is __________.

  1. lower level function

  2. middle level function

  3. top-level function

  4. none of above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

In classical management theory, administration is viewed as a top-level function responsible for laying down the plans, policies, and objectives of the organization. Management, on the other hand, is seen as an executive or middle-to-lower level function that carries out these policies. Thus, administration is classified as a top-level function.

Multiple choice organisation of commerce and management leadership leadership theories directing commerce

Which of the following is the ability to influence human behaviour?

  1. Interpersonal skill

  2. Decision skill

  3. Administrative skill

  4. Leadership skill
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Leadership skill is fundamentally defined as the ability to influence, guide, and direct human behavior toward the achievement of specific goals. While interpersonal skills support this, leadership is the specific capability focused on directing group behavior. Therefore, leadership skill is the correct answer.

Multiple choice organisation of commerce and management leadership leadership theories directing commerce


According to ___________, " leadership is the activity of influencing people to strive willingly for group objectives".

  1. Koontz and O, Donnell

  2. Gray Desslor

  3. George R. Terry

  4. Lewin, Lippitt & White
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

George R. Terry famously defined leadership as 'the activity of influencing people to strive willingly for group objectives.' This definition emphasizes the voluntary effort of followers and the influential nature of the leader. Other theorists like Koontz and O'Donnell have similar but distinct definitions.