Leader-member exchange (LMX) theory has which of the following characteristics?
A) The relationship can mature into a partnership with each follower.
B) Low-quality exchange relationships feature low levels of mutual respect, trust, and obligation.
C) Job performance extends well beyond one's job description in high-quality exchange relationships.
D) LMX theory has each characteristic described in an answer.

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Leader-member exchange (LMX) theory encompasses all the characteristics described: it posits that leadership is a process that centers on the interactions between leaders and followers, where relationships can mature into partnerships (A), low-quality exchanges are characterized by low levels of mutual respect, trust, and obligation (B), and in high-quality exchanges, followers often go above and beyond their job descriptions (C).

Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) Theory Has Which of the Following Characteristics