Question

The leadership paradigm that assumes leaders are born, not made, is ____ theory. a. contingency b. behavioral c. integrative d. trait

Answer 1

The correct answer is letter "D": trait.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Trait Theory of Leadership has its basics in the "great man" theory of leadership of British philosopher Thomas Carlyle (1975-1881). According to Carlyle people are born with leadership traits. Among those traits, we can identify intelligence and action-oriented judgment, task competence, capacity to motivate others, assertiveness, emotional stability, and creativity.

Answer 2

d. Trait

Step-by-step explanation:

The Trait theory of leadership assumes that leaders are born not made. This theory states that leaders should have those traits and qualities by birth which is required to become a good leader. Training and teaching can not make a person leader. To become an effective leader a person should have personal characteristics of self confidence, should be intelligent and smart.