1. A transformed leader is often described as:
A. one who is committed to a vision that empowers people
B. one who is concerned with day to day operations
C. one who coordinates actions and resources to achieve goals

2. Theory Y makes the following assumptions:
A. prefer security, direction, and minimal responsibility
B. focus on collective decision making reviewing organization and worker holistically
C. intrinsically motivated, enjoy right conditions, show self control, and discipline

3. Democratic leadership characteristics include:
A. centralized decision making with the leader making decisions and using power to command and control
B. use of expert power by having close personal relationships and delegates authority
C. passive and permissive whereby the leader defers making decisions

Answers to Study Questions

1. A. Transformational leaders are often perceived as being able to motivate others by demonstrating personal and organizational core values while providing a vision and direction.

2. C. Theories have been developed to describe factors and characteristics regarding ways to motivate or influence others based upon underlying attitudes about human nature. The assumptions of the theories are that under the right conditions certain people are internally motivated exhibiting self-control and discipline. This may be used as a guide to understand behavior and help support employees and co-workers.

3. B. By tradition, democratic leaders develop personal relationships which are used to establish a power base and use power to influence others.