Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Vertical Dyadic

question 122

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the vertical dyadic linkage theory?

• A) The focus is on the quality of each dyad.
• B) Leaders aspire to build positive relationships with all followers.
• C) Linkages among peers are disavowed.
• D) Leader-follower interactions create in-groups and out-groups.

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Definitions:

Reference Groups

Social groups that individuals use as a standard for evaluating their own behavior, attitudes, and values.

Marketers

Professionals involved in identifying customer needs and promoting, selling, and distributing goods or services to meet those needs.

Social Loafing

The phenomenon where individuals exert less effort when working in a group than when working alone, due to reduced accountability or motivation.

Risky Decision

involves making choices under conditions of uncertainty, where the outcomes may include potential losses or gains.