It depends upon what one is after. Obviously there is different utility. Staking allows for curation and influence on chain. The LP is more of a DeFi along with a process that is needed for some of the financial aspects of Leo related to Maya. We need a deeper pool to enhance the lending for example.
So the answer is both but people have to decide. Like the difference between HP and HBD in savings. Where one focuses the attention is personal.
Yes, but for the collateralization aspect, staked LEO on H-E doesn't count. It does count for other aspects you mentioned, however. And I imagine many people won't even be interested in collateralizing their LEO or other crypto assets, preferring to keep things simple.
You cant collateralize HE LEO. It is only available on Maya. To so any of that requires bridging the Leo across to Maya.
As for what people choose, there majority might opt to keep things simple. Then there are those who want to utilize the DeFi features for greater gains.
It is up to the individual. Those who are happy with powering up and curating can still do that.
This creates more outlets (utility) for Leo. That is all.
Without a doubt. It appeals to different types of people.
It is why HIVE and HBD is so important. Not everyone is into speculation which HIVE is. In fact most of the investing world is into yield.
We can cater to both.