<Ul> <Li> The directive path - goal clarifying leader behavior refers to situations where the leader lets followers know what is expected of them and tells them how to perform their tasks . The theory argues that this behavior has the most positive effect when the subordinates' role and task demands are ambiguous and intrinsically satisfying . </Li> <Li> The achievement - oriented leader behavior refers to situations where the leader sets challenging goals for followers, expects them to perform at their highest level, and shows confidence in their ability to meet this expectation . Occupations in which the achievement motive were most predominant were technical jobs, sales persons, scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs . </Li> <Li> The participative leader behavior involves leaders consulting with followers and asking for their suggestions before making a decision . This behavior is predominant when subordinates are highly personally involved in their work . </Li> <Li> The supportive leader behavior is directed towards the satisfaction of subordinates needs and preferences . The leader shows concern for the followers' psychological well being . This behavior is especially needed in situations in which tasks or relationships are psychologically or physically distressing . </Li> </Ul> <Li> The directive path - goal clarifying leader behavior refers to situations where the leader lets followers know what is expected of them and tells them how to perform their tasks . The theory argues that this behavior has the most positive effect when the subordinates' role and task demands are ambiguous and intrinsically satisfying . </Li> <Li> The achievement - oriented leader behavior refers to situations where the leader sets challenging goals for followers, expects them to perform at their highest level, and shows confidence in their ability to meet this expectation . Occupations in which the achievement motive were most predominant were technical jobs, sales persons, scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs . </Li> <Li> The participative leader behavior involves leaders consulting with followers and asking for their suggestions before making a decision . This behavior is predominant when subordinates are highly personally involved in their work . </Li>

Path-goal leadership theory is ascribed to which of the following leadership researchers