Chapter 6: Leading

What is the main function of leading in management?

• Directing and coordinating people

• Organizing

• Planning

• Controlling

According to the definitions provided, what is an important aspect of leadership?

• Avoiding conflicts

• Use of power to influence behavior

• Equal distribution of power

• Ignoring moral values

What distinguishes managers from leaders?

• Managers have no power, leaders have all the power

• Managers are appointed, leaders emerge from within a group

• Managers cannot influence others, leaders can

• Managers focus on people, leaders focus on tasks

Which of the following is NOT a trait associated with successful leadership?

• Drive

• Honesty and integrity

• Self-confidence

• Introversion

What is the main idea behind Kurt Lewin's leadership styles?

• Leadership style does not impact performance

• Different styles work best in different situations

• There is only one effective leadership style

• Leadership style is genetic

According to the Managerial Grid, what is the ideal leadership style?

• Impoverished management

• Task management

• Middle-of-the-road management

• Team management

What is the main difference between Maslow's physiological needs and self-actualization needs?

• Physiological needs are basic, self-actualization needs are complex

• Physiological needs are emotional, self-actualization needs are physical

• Physiological needs are external, self-actualization needs are internal

• Physiological needs are individual, self-actualization needs are collective

What is the primary assumption of Theory X in McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y?

• Employees need constant supervision

• Employees dislike work and avoid responsibility

• Employees are self-directed and responsible

• Managers should provide autonomy to employees

According to McGregor's Theory Y, what do employees require to perform well?

• Strict rules and regulations

• High levels of control

• Close supervision

• Opportunities for self-direction

What is the main goal of motivation in an organizational context?

• To increase employee dissatisfaction

• To stimulate employees to achieve objectives

• To discourage employees from achieving goals

• To limit employee potential