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1.

The job of a leader is to get the required results by employing these key areas of leadership: (Select Three)
- A.
  
  Developing individuals
- B.
  
  Building friendships
- C.
  
  Building the team
- D.
  
  Achieving the task
Correct Answer(s)
A. Developing individuals
C. Building the team
D. Achieving the task

Explanation
The job of a leader is to achieve the desired results by focusing on three key areas of leadership: developing individuals, building the team, and achieving the task. By developing individuals, a leader invests time and effort in helping their team members grow and reach their full potential. Building the team involves creating a cohesive and collaborative environment where team members can work together effectively. Finally, achieving the task refers to the leader's ability to set clear goals and guide the team towards successfully completing them.

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stated - "Leading is stating objectives in a way that is precisely understood, ensuring the commitment of individuals to those objectives, defining the methods of measurement and then providing the impetus to get things done."
- A.
  
  Philip B Crosby.
- B.
  
  Joshua L Rigsby.
- C.
  
  Matthew R Palmer.
Correct Answer
A. pHilip B Crosby.
3.

It is interesting to note that when the leader's intelligence was excessively higher than that of his people, he often failed as a leader.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
When a leader's intelligence is significantly higher than that of their people, it can create a gap in understanding and communication. This can lead to a lack of connection and relatability between the leader and their team, making it difficult for the leader to effectively lead and motivate their followers. Additionally, if the leader's intelligence is not balanced with other important leadership qualities such as empathy, emotional intelligence, and the ability to delegate and empower others, they may struggle to build trust and engage their team members. Therefore, it is interesting to note that when the leader's intelligence is excessively higher, they often fail as a leader.

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4.

The ability to relate to other people is known as ?
- A.
  
  Communication Skills.
- B.
  
  Social Sensitivity.
- C.
  
  Social Participation.
Correct Answer
B. Social Sensitivity.

Explanation
Social sensitivity refers to the ability to understand and respond to the feelings, thoughts, and needs of others. It involves being aware of social cues, showing empathy, and adapting one's behavior accordingly. This ability allows individuals to establish and maintain positive relationships, navigate social situations effectively, and demonstrate respect and understanding towards others. Communication skills and social participation are related concepts, but they do not capture the specific aspect of understanding and relating to others that is encompassed by social sensitivity.

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5.

If a leader has difficulty in communicating with his people, this will also harm his leadership ability.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
If a leader has difficulty in communicating with his people, it will harm his leadership ability. Effective communication is essential for a leader to convey their vision, goals, and expectations to their team. It also helps in building trust, resolving conflicts, and motivating employees. When a leader struggles to communicate effectively, it can lead to misunderstandings, confusion, and lack of clarity among the team members. This can negatively impact their performance, productivity, and overall effectiveness as a leader. Therefore, it is true that difficulty in communication can harm a leader's leadership ability.

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Building and reinforcing the needs of his group, for team work and team spirit can do what for a leader?
- A.
  
  Improve a leaders performance.
- B.
  
  Harm a leaders performance.
- C.
  
  Become too stressful.
Correct Answer
A. Improve a leaders performance.

Explanation
Building and reinforcing the needs of his group, for team work and team spirit can improve a leader's performance. By focusing on the needs of the group and promoting a collaborative and supportive environment, a leader can enhance their effectiveness in leading and motivating their team. This can result in improved productivity, better communication, and higher levels of employee satisfaction. Additionally, fostering a sense of team spirit can create a positive and cohesive work culture, leading to increased morale and overall success for the leader and the team.

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Some of the leader's contributions are: (Select Three)
- A.
  
  Knowing exactly what the job entails.
- B.
  
  Planning the work.
- C.
  
  Selecting and providing the necessary resources.
- D.
  
  Planning party's.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Knowing exactly what the job entails.
B. Planning the work.
C. Selecting and providing the necessary resources.

Explanation
The correct answer is "Knowing exactly what the job entails," "Planning the work," and "Selecting and providing the necessary resources." These three contributions are crucial for a leader's success. By knowing exactly what the job entails, the leader can effectively communicate expectations and guide their team. Planning the work allows the leader to set goals, prioritize tasks, and allocate resources efficiently. Selecting and providing the necessary resources ensures that the team has the tools and support needed to accomplish their tasks effectively. Planning parties, although it may be a fun activity, is not directly related to a leader's contributions in this context.

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8.

Most of the supervisor's work is accomplished by people working as ?
- A.
  
  'teams'
- B.
  
  'individuals'
Correct Answer
A. 'teams'

Explanation
The supervisor's work is accomplished by people working as teams because teams allow for collaboration, coordination, and pooling of resources and skills. Working in teams promotes synergy, as individuals can bring different perspectives and expertise to solve problems and achieve goals more effectively. Additionally, teams can distribute workload and responsibilities, leading to increased efficiency and productivity. By working in teams, supervisors can leverage the strengths of each team member and foster a supportive and cooperative work environment.

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Supervisory Management - Qp8

The job of a leader is to get the required results by employing these key areas of leadership: (Select Three)

stated - "Leading is stating objectives in a way that is precisely understood, ensuring the commitment of individuals to those objectives, defining the methods of measurement and then providing the impetus to get things done."

It is interesting to note that when the leader's intelligence was excessively higher than that of his people, he often failed as a leader.

The ability to relate to other people is known as ?

If a leader has difficulty in communicating with his people, this will also harm his leadership ability.

Building and reinforcing the needs of his group, for team work and team spirit can do what for a leader?

Some of the leader's contributions are: (Select Three)

Most of the supervisor's work is accomplished by people working as ?