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consideration

n. in leadership theory, a component of effective leadership that involves showing concern for the feelings of subordinates, thereby reducing conflict, maintaining positive relationships, and enhancing feelings of satisfaction and trust in the group. Compare initiating structure.

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nonlinear model

nonlinear model

any model that attempts to relate the values of an outcome or dependent variable to the explanatory or independent variables using an equation that involves exponents. Compare linear model.