The early studies in LMX reported that ______.

A) after the in-groups are formed, the vertical dyads are formed
B) after the out-groups are formed, the vertical dyads are formed
C) the vertical dyads form the basis for in-group and out-group formation
D) the vertical dyads are independent from in-group and out-group formation

Vertical Dyads

A concept in leadership research that examines the relationship dynamics between leaders and individual subordinates, rather than viewing relationships across the entire group.

LMX

Leader-Member Exchange, a theory highlighting the dyadic relationship quality between leaders and followers.

In-group Formation

The process of creating a closely knit group, distinguished by members' identification with one another based on shared interests or goals.