Nikki felt it necessary to interject a little humor into the discussion because the committee meeting became tense. A little later she took the lead and said, "Let's take a break for a few minutes." Nikki is carrying out the important function of a(n)
A) gatekeeper.
B) laissez-faire leader.
C) agenda setter.
D) democratic leader.

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Nikki is playing the role of a gatekeeper by trying to manage the tension in the meeting and ensuring that everyone has a chance to speak their mind.

Nikki Felt It Necessary to Interject a Little Humor into the Discussion