Situational Leadership Theory

Question 1

What is Situational Leadership Theory?

Answer 1

A leadership model that suggests no single leadership style is best; instead, it depends on the situation and the maturity of followers.

Question 2

Who developed Situational Leadership Theory?

Answer 2

Paul Hersey and Ken Blanchard.

Question 3

True or False: Situational Leadership Theory emphasizes that leaders should adapt their style based on the development level of their team members.

Answer 3

True.

Question 4

Fill in the blank: The four leadership styles in Situational Leadership Theory are ________, coaching, supporting, and delegating.

Answer 4

directing

Question 5

What are the two main dimensions of leadership in Situational Leadership Theory?

Answer 5

Task behavior and relationship behavior.

Question 6

What is ‘task behavior’ in the context of Situational Leadership Theory?

Answer 6

The extent to which a leader defines roles and tasks for followers.

Question 7

What is ‘relationship behavior’ in the context of Situational Leadership Theory?

Answer 7

The extent to which a leader provides emotional support and facilitates interaction with followers.

Question 8

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT one of the leadership styles in Situational Leadership Theory? A) Directing B) Coaching C) Collaborating D) Supporting

Answer 8

C) Collaborating.

Question 9

What are the four levels of follower development in Situational Leadership Theory?

Answer 9

D1, D2, D3, and D4 (representing different levels of competence and commitment).

Question 10

What does D1 represent in follower development?

Answer 10

Low competence and high commitment.

Question 11

What does D4 represent in follower development?

Answer 11

High competence and high commitment.

Question 12

True or False: A leader should always use the same style regardless of the situation.

Answer 12

False.

Question 13

In Situational Leadership Theory, what does the ‘coaching’ style involve?

Answer 13

High task behavior and high relationship behavior.

Question 14

What is the primary focus of the ‘delegating’ style in Situational Leadership Theory?

Answer 14

Allowing followers to take responsibility for decision-making.

Question 15

Short Answer: Why is flexibility important in Situational Leadership Theory?

Answer 15

Flexibility allows leaders to respond effectively to varying follower needs and situational demands.