Jovita is part of a problem-solving group in her speech class. By the third meeting of the group, Jovita noticed that Dylan seemed unhappy with his role in the group. At the next meeting Jovita made sure to respond thoughtfully to each of Dylan's contributions. By the end of the meeting, it was clear that Dylan felt better about the way the group was working.

According to your textbook, what kind of leadership need did Jovita's action fulfill?

a. a task need

b. an interpersonal need

c. a maintenance need

d. an engagement need

e. a procedural need