Question

. As chairperson of the PTA’s election committee, Vicky believes in practicing social equality. She shares decision making with the group. According to Styles Leadership Theory, which leadership style is Vicky using?

Answer 1

Answer: Democratic

Explanation: Democratic leadership can be described as an inclusive style of leadership whereby members of a group are involved in decision making. It could also be called a participatory style of leadership as it gives every member of the group a chance to contribute ideas and knowledge. A democratic leadership may exist within a few group of people, organization, state or nation. As the leader of a democratic group, the leader makes the final decision usually after contribution and thought from selected members of the group who can expressly share their feeling and opinion without fear or intimidation.

In the scenario above, social equality is a characteristic of a democratic leadership where every member is afforded equal opportunity and exhibit shared decision making.