GROUP ATMOSPHERE AND THE PERCEPTION OF GROUP FAVORABLENESS

Abstract

Undergraduate Ss rated a set of hypothetical task groups in terms of 'favorableness' and 'liking.' These groups varied according to (a) member-to- leader affective relations and (b) member-to-member affective relations. It was found that, although both types of relations substantially influenced Ss' ratings, the member-to-leader relations were far the more important. Finally, subject characteristics (task vs. relations orientation) controlled a small, though significant, proportion of the variance in the favorableness ratings.

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Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1968
Accession Number
AD0684093

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  • David A. Summers
  • Martin M. Chemers

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