Which of the following is an example of initiating structure behavior of leaders?
A. Showing appreciation
B. Directing tasks
C. Seeking input from subordinates
D. Listening carefully to problems
Which of the following is a difference between leader behavior toward out-group members and in-group members?
A. Leaders assign interesting assignments to out-group subordinates, whereas leaders assign primarily routine jobs to in-group subordinates and monitor their work closely.
B. Leaders usually impose their views on out-group subordinates, whereas leaders sometimes defer to in-group subordinates' opinions.
C. Leaders give specific directives for how to accomplish tasks and attain goals to in-group subordinates whereas leaders trust out-group subordinates to use their own approaches in solving problems.
D. Leaders listen to suggestions and ideas given by in-group subordinates, whereas little interest is shown in comments and suggestions given by out-group subordinates.