How do women differ from men in their use of leadership styles?

A) Women tend to use more of the people-oriented leadership style than do men.
B) Women tend to use more of the participative leadership style than do men.
C) Women tend to use more of the task-oriented leadership style than do men.
D) Women and men use all leadership styles to about the same extent.
E) Organizational behavior research has not studied the relative tendency of men and women to use certain leadership styles.

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Van Xavier Melendres · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Research has shown that women tend to use more of the participative leadership style than men. This style involves involving subordinates in decision-making and considering their input before making a final decision. Women also tend to use a more collaborative, team-based approach to leadership.

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