Describe the three types of leaders as identified by classic studies.

What will be an ideal response?


Answers will vary. Several classic studies identified three basic types of group leaders:An authoritarian leader gives orders, assigns tasks, and makes all major decisions. Authoritarian leadership is most effective when there is little time for group decision making and the leader is the most knowledgeable member of the group.A democratic leader encourages group discussion and includes everyone in the decision-making process. Democratic leaders have the final say, but tend to be concerned about meeting a group's expressive needs.A laissez-faire leader offers little or no guidance to group members and allows them to make their own decisions. Laissez-faire leadership is effective in situations where group members are highly qualified in an area of expertise.

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