Question

18). According to path-goal theory, directive leadership should be used when employees _____.

Answer 1

According to path-goal theory, directive leadership should be used when employees believe that outside circumstances control their lives

Option A is an appropriate response.

What is path-goal theory?

The Path-Goal model is a theory that relies on identifying a leader's behavior or style that best suits the team members and workplace in order to accomplish a goal.

The path-goal theory is a process where leaders choose particular behaviors that are best matched to the demands of the employees and the working environment in order to guide the employees  in achieving their daily work objectives.

In directive leadership, the leader provides employees with clear guidelines for the processes and expectations for them, and how to carry out tasks. Directive leadership should be used when employees believe that outside circumstances control their lives

Hence, option A is an appropriate response.

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