Which of the following leadership theories argues that because of time pressures, leaders establish a special relationship with a small group of their subordinates the in-group, who are trusted, get a disproportionate amount of the leader's attention, and are more likely to receive special privileges?

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Leader-member exchange theory argues that due to time pressures, leaders establish a special relationship with a small group of their subordinates, the in-group, who are trusted, get a disproportionate amount of the leader's attention, and are more likely to receive special privileges. This theory focuses on the quality of the relationship between the leader and each individual member rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.

Which of the Following Leadership Theories Argues That Because of Time