Flashcard on Power and Politics in Organizations

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Power in an organizational context

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The ability to influence behavior

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Which type of power is based on the ability to punish?

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Coercive power

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What type of power is derived from an individual's position within an organization?

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Legitimate power

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Example of personal power: Coercive power, Reward power, Legitimate power, Expert power

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Expert power

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What tactic involves using logical arguments to persuade someone?

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Rational persuasion

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Which political behavior is considered legitimate? Options: Wearing protest buttons, Complaining to a supervisor, Whistle-blowing, Sabotage

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Complaining to a supervisor

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What is a characteristic of illegitimate political behavior?

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Violating organizational rules

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Which factor is NOT an individual factor influencing political behavior? Options: Low trust in management, High locus of control, High needs for power, High self-monitoring

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Low trust in management

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What organizational factor can lead to increased political behavior?

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Reallocation of resources

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Which tactic involves appealing to someone's values and aspirations?

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Personal appeals