Bases of Power

Front

____________ power is based on admiration and is frequently used in advertising.

Back

Referent

Front

Explain the concept of "expert power."

Back

Power that comes as a result of specific expertise, knowledge, or special skills. Such advice comes from experts in the field.

Front

The rank system in the armed forces is a rigid hierarchy that allows for obedience to orders. Which source of power does this system most closely reflect? Options: Coercive power, Reward power, Legitimate power, Expert power

Back

Legitimate power

Front

T or F: Legitimate power often can use both coercive and reward power.

Back

True

Front

___________ power is power that relies on giving people something of value in return for cooperation.

Back

Reward

Front

What is legitimate power?

Back

The power a person receives as a result of his or her position in the formal hierarchy of an organization.

Front

__________ power is power that relies on force or threats or creating fear as a form of control.

Back

Coercive