Describe some of the stereotypes for masculine and feminine leadership. In reality, how do men and women compare in regards to leadership?

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Men are thought to be more stereotypically assertive, independent, rational, and decisive in terms of leadership. Where women are stereotyped as being more communal, expressing warmth, helpfulness, nurturance, and concern for others. In reality, women do tend to be more collaborative and democratic than men, but both men and women use an interpersonal style and tend to be equally task oriented.

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Identify and explain the six criteria used to evaluate research. Briefly explain how to ensure that each of the criteria are met when researching.

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Groups and teams evolve through several stages as they meet to discuss and work through tasks and dilemmas. Which of the following is the correction progression of stages?

a. Orientation, emergence, conflict, reinforcement, dissolution b. Orientation, conflict, emergence, reinforcement, dissolution c. Emergence, orientation, reinforcement, conflict, dissolution d. Emergence, orientation, conflict, reinforcement, dissolution

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When Ben wrote his speech on cancer, he knew that getting his audience's attention was crucial

He began his speech by saying, "Thousands of people die every year from cancer, yet people continue to smoke. Why when we are aware of the diseases smoking causes, do people continue this fatal act?" This attention getter is known as what? A) startling statement B) rhetorical question C) narrative D) quotation

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_____ communication consists of messages sent to and from equals in an organization?manager-to-manager or worker-to-worker

A) Rocket B) Upward C) Downward D) Lateral

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