classification rule

a mathematical formula for placing units into groups (e.g., within discriminant analysis) so as to maximize the similarities among group members with regard to a set of characteristics. Also called allocation rule.

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March 12th 2025

situational leadership theory

a contingency theory of leadership suggesting that successful leaders use varying amounts of directive (task-motivated) and supportive (relationship-motivated) leadership, depending on the job maturity (e.g., experience, ability, knowledge) and psychological maturity (e.g., level of motivation, willingness to accept responsibility) of followers. [proposed by U.S. management theorists Paul Hersey (1931–2012) and Kenneth H. Blanchard (1939– )]