The use of rewards and punishments to encourage employee or team member behavior is characteristic of which leadership style?
A) transactional
B) laissez-faire
C) abusive
D) transformational
Answer: A
Rationale: Transactional leadership encourages employee or team member behaviors through rewards and punishments.
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