WGU C200 MGMT 5000 Managing Organizations & Leading People OA PRE-TEST GUIDE 2026/2027

WGU C200 MGMT 5000 Managing Organizations & Leading People OA PRE-TEST GUIDE 2026/2027

1. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of
transformational leadership?
 a. Idealized influence
 b. Inspirational motivation
 c. Intellectual stimulation
 d. Laissez-faire attitude
 Answer: d. Laissez-faire attitude
 Rationale: Transformational leadership is characterized by
behaviors that inspire and intellectually develop followers, while
laissez-faire leadership involves a hands-off approach.
 2. In John P. Kotter’s 8-step model for leading change, which step
involves empowering broad-based action?
 a. Create a sense of urgency
 b. Form a guiding coalition
 c. Generate short-term wins
 d. Remove obstacles