Understanding Leadership Styles Quiz

What is the primary characteristic of an autocratic leadership style?

• Leaders make decisions based on group consensus.

• Leaders make decisions unilaterally without consulting others.

• Leaders provide minimal guidance and allow group members to make decisions.

• Leaders act as a father figure, making decisions in the best interest of employees.

Which leadership style involves leaders who encourage participation and input from group members?

• Autocratic

• Democratic

• Laissez-faire

• Paternalistic

In which leadership style do leaders provide little guidance and allow group members to make decisions?

• Autocratic

• Democratic

• Laissez-faire

• Paternalistic

Which leadership style is characterized by leaders acting as a father figure, making decisions in the best interest of employees?

• Autocratic

• Democratic

• Laissez-faire

• Paternalistic

A manager makes all the decisions for the team without consulting them. Which leadership style is this?

• Autocratic

• Democratic

• Laissez-faire

• Paternalistic

A team leader holds regular meetings to gather input from team members before making a decision. Which leadership style does this represent?

• Autocratic

• Democratic

• Laissez-faire

• Paternalistic

A CEO allows department heads to make their own decisions without interference. Which leadership style is being used?

• Autocratic

• Democratic

• Laissez-faire

• Paternalistic

A manager makes decisions for the team but ensures that the decisions are in the best interest of the employees. Which leadership style is this?

• Autocratic

• Democratic

• Laissez-faire

• Paternalistic

Which leadership style might be most effective in a crisis situation where quick decision-making is crucial?

• Autocratic

• Democratic

• Laissez-faire

• Paternalistic

In which scenario would a democratic leadership style be most beneficial?

• When team members are inexperienced and need close supervision.

• When team members are highly skilled and motivated.

• When quick decisions are needed without team input.

• When the leader wants to ensure decisions are in the best interest of employees.