Vertical Dyadic Linkage Theory Quiz

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What is a dyad in the context of leadership?

The social dynamics among followers in a work unit

The collective relationship between a leader and all followers in a work unit

The formal hierarchy within a work unit

The individualized relationship between a leader and each follower in a work unit (correct)

How does dyadic theory approach leadership?

As a top-down influence structure

As a fixed relationship based on social ties

As an exchange relationship developing over time during role-making activities (correct)

As a task-centered relationship with low mutual trust

What characterizes the in-group in the context of leadership?

Low mutual trust, respect, loyalty, and influence

Strictly task-centered relationship

Few or no social ties to the leader

High mutual trust, respect, loyalty, and influence (correct)

What characterizes the out-group in the context of leadership?

Strictly task-centered relationship characterized by low exchange and top-down influence Signup and view all the answers

What is leader-member exchange (LMX)?

The quality of the exchange relationship between a leader and a follower Signup and view all the answers

What is organizational citizenship behavior (OCB)?

Discretionary individual behavior that promotes effective functioning of the organization Signup and view all the answers

What is impression management in the context of leadership?

A follower’s effort to project a favorable image for immediate benefit or long-term relationship improvement Signup and view all the answers

What is self-efficacy?

A person’s belief in their capabilities to produce at a certain level of performance Signup and view all the answers

What does social capital refer to in the context of leadership?

The set of resources in the structure of relations between group members that helps them get ahead Signup and view all the answers

What is locus of control?

A belief over who has control of a person’s destiny Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a conformist follower?

To be the 'yes people' Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes an effective follower?

They have the courage to take risks for the organization Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of a pragmatic follower?

They know how to 'work the system' to get things done Signup and view all the answers

What is one factor that can enhance follower influence?

Power position Signup and view all the answers

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Internal locus of control – masters of their own destiny. Signup and view all the answers

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Leaders are still considered followers by those higher up in the organization. Signup and view all the answers

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Delegation considers task, time requirement, and follower characteristics. Signup and view all the answers

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Effective followers combine two roles: to execute decisions made by a leader or to raise issues about those decisions when they are deemed misguided or unethical. Signup and view all the answers

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It is common for leaders to switch from being a leader to being a follower several times a day. Signup and view all the answers

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Delegation should occur when tasks match follower skill levels and experience. Signup and view all the answers

What was Vertical Dyadic Linkage (VDL) theory renamed to in the 1980s?

Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) theory Signup and view all the answers

What types of power do in-group leaders use, according to LMX theory?

Expert, referent, and reward power Signup and view all the answers

What do LMX relationships emphasize?

Reciprocity Signup and view all the answers

According to LMX theory, what varies based on the quality of the interpersonal relationship with each individual?

A leader's behavior Signup and view all the answers

Who influences the exchange relationship in LMX theory?

Both the leader and the follower Signup and view all the answers

When do LMX relationships develop according to the text?

When leaders transition from economic-based exchange to socially based exchange. Signup and view all the answers

What fosters positive LMX relationships between leaders and followers and among followers?

Positive work climate Signup and view all the answers

What do proactive followers do according to the text?

Seek feedback, show initiative, possess commitment, responsibility, and the right attitude. Signup and view all the answers

What influences follower behavior in LMX relationships according to the text?

Impressions-driven and performance-driven motives Signup and view all the answers

What do high-quality LMX relationships result in according to the text?

More organizational citizenship behavior (OCB) and higher performance ratings for employees. Signup and view all the answers

What do LMX relationships involve according to the text?

Reciprocal exchanges, and leaders can support follower careers. Signup and view all the answers

What are some criticisms of LMX theory mentioned in the text?

LMX theory oversimplifies leader-follower relationships. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vertical Dyadic Linkage (VDL) and Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) Theory

VDL theory was renamed the leader-member exchange theory (LMX) in the 1980s.
In-groups and out-groups: in-group leaders use expert, referent, and reward power, while out-group leaders use position power.
LMX relationships are based on social exchanges, emphasizing reciprocity.
According to LMX theory, a leader's behavior varies based on the quality of the interpersonal relationship with each individual.
Both the leader and the follower influence the exchange relationship in LMX theory.
LMX relationships develop when leaders transition from economic-based exchange to socially based exchange.
A positive work climate fosters positive LMX relationships between leaders and followers and among followers.
Proactive followers seek feedback, show initiative, possess commitment, responsibility, and the right attitude.
Impressions-driven and performance-driven motives influence follower behavior in LMX relationships.
High-quality LMX relationships result in more organizational citizenship behavior (OCB) and higher performance ratings for employees.
LMX relationships involve reciprocal exchanges, and leaders can support follower careers.
Criticisms of LMX theory include the LMX-7 questionnaire's single perspective, attribution bias, and questions about its predictive power.

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Test your knowledge of the Vertical Dyadic Linkage (VDL) theory, which focuses on how the relationship between a leader and follower can affect leadership. Learn about its evolution into the leader-member exchange theory (LMX) in the 1980s.