How many leadership styles are listed and name them?

• A. Six: Authoritative, Affiliative, Democratic, Coaching, Pacesetting, Coercive
• B. Five: Authoritative, Affiliative, Democratic, Coaching, Coercive
• C. Six: Authoritative, Affiliative, Democratic, Coaching, Pacesetting, Delegative
• D. Six: Authoritative, Democratic, Coaching, Pacesetting, Coercive, Servant

Answer: (A)

The number and names come from a six-style framework used for leadership approaches: authoritative, affiliative, democratic, coaching, pacesetting, and coercive. There are six distinct styles, each describing a different way a leader influences others.

• Authoritative provides a clear vision and direction.

• Affiliative focuses on building harmony and strong relational bonds.

• Democratic seeks input and joint decision-making.

• Coaching aims to develop individuals’ skills for long-term growth.

• Pacesetting sets high performance standards and drives speed.

• Coercive demands immediate compliance in crisis or high-urgency situations.

This material presents exactly these six styles, which is why the correct choice lists six and names them in that set. Other lists might include different labels or omit one, but in this context these six are the standard lineup.