12. In line with the behavioral approach to leadership, two factors have been id

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12. In line with the behavioral approach to leadership, two factors have been identified as consistent actions taken by supervisors in the workplace, consideration and initiation of structure. Which of the following is not an example of initiation of structure?

a. Provide incentives to increase task completion

b. Being considerate of coworkers

c. Giving and receiving feedback in a timely manner

d. Providing clarification on ambiguous issues

a. Provide incentives to increase task completion

b. Being considerate of coworkers

c. Giving and receiving feedback in a timely manner

d. Providing clarification on ambiguous issues

Explanation / Answer

Initiation of structure is when the leader sets roles of the subordinate, gives directions, assigns tasks, sets deadlines and provides motivation. According to the option given the following would fall in structure initiation:

- providing incentives, being considerate and providing clarification. Obtaining feedback is not a part of structure initiation.

Hence the answer is C) Giving and receiving feedback in a timely manner.

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