Examination for Professional Practice of Psychology (EPPP) Practice Test

According to Fielder's contingency model of leadership, a low LPC leader focuses on:

1. Completing tasks

2. Maintaining good relationships

3. Providing satisficing factors

4. Providing hygiene factors

The correct answer is: Completing tasks

In Fiedler's contingency model of leadership, a low LPC (Least Preferred Co-worker) leader emphasizes task-oriented behaviors. This perspective reflects a leader's tendency to prioritize the completion of specific goals and objectives over interpersonal relationships. Low LPC leaders are usually more focused on ensuring that tasks are completed efficiently and effectively, often viewing relationships with team members as secondary to achieving measurable outcomes. The model categorizes leaders based on their LPC score, with low LPC leaders being those who see even their least preferred co-workers in a more negative light, indicating a focus on task completion and goal achievement rather than on nurturing positive interpersonal dynamics. The environment and context play roles in determining the effectiveness of leaders, but fundamentally, low LPC leaders are driven by task completion.