The homogeneous ? heterogeneous group dialectic can be described as

a) balancing a commitment to group norms and standards with a willingness to differ and change.
b) balancing member similarities and differences.
c) balancing external access and recognition with internal group solidarity and rewards.
d) balancing effective leadership with responsible followership.
e) balancing members' personal goals with the group's common goal.


ANS: b

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