Group members perceived as leaders are more likely to be given idiosyncratic credit than members not perceived to be leaders.

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Idiosyncratic credit is a concept in social psychology that refers to the leeway or credit a group gives to a member for deviating from group norms, based on the member's past contributions and performance. Members perceived as leaders often have a history of contributions and positive outcomes, which earns them more trust and tolerance from the group for future actions, even if those actions deviate from the group's norms or expectations.

Group Members Perceived as Leaders Are More Likely to Be