Which of the following is true of middle of the road managers?
A) They have an ideal combination of task and interpersonal behaviors and thus are the most effective type of leader
B) They are great with people because they demonstrate a compromising leadership style that is especially effective for resolving conflicts
C) They are good role models because they spend equal energy on task and interpersonal behaviors
D) They are equally concerned at a medium level with task behaviors and interpersonal behaviors
D
Explanation: D) A middle of the road manager is one of five styles in the leadership grid. These managers have a moderate concern for people and a moderate concern for results and task, thus placing them squarely in the middle of the leadership grid.
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