Which factor could contribute to a group fragmenting during coleadership?

• A. Leaders coordinate closely and align their approaches.
• B. Leaders work against each other.
• C. Leaders share a common supervision plan.
• D. Leaders participate in regular joint sessions.

Answer: (B)

In coleadership, cohesion depends on leaders working together with a shared direction. When leaders work against each other, they send mixed messages, set inconsistent boundaries, and compete for authority. This creates confusion for group members, undermines trust, and makes the group less predictable, which can lead to factions, withdrawal, or fragmentation as members latch onto one leader or disengage. Conversely, close coordination, a shared supervision plan, and regular joint sessions provide consistency, clear roles, and accountability, helping the group stay unified.