POWER AND POLITICS

1. In a high school election, Abigail is running for the position of student council president. The students are impressed by her charisma, charm, and personal attraction. Which type of power is Abigail relying on?

• A. Legitimate power

• B. Reward power

• C. Coercive power

• D. Referent power

2. Which form of power relies on the ability to control valuable resources or rewards in an organization?

A. Expert power

• Expert power

• Coercive power

• Reward power

• Legitimate power

In a company, a manager's power derived from their official position and authority is known as

• Expert power

• Referent power

• Coercive power

• Legitimate power

What is the power that comes from an individual's specialized knowledge, skills, or expertise?

• Reward power

• Coercive power

• Expert power

• Referent power

When power is used to control or influence others through threats or punishment, it is an example of:

• Reward power

• Legitimate power

• Expert power

• Coercive power

What organizational factor is a significant contributor to political behavior in organizations?

• Employee motivation

• Workplace diversity

• Strong ethical culture

• Transparent communication

Which of the following best describes a factor contributing to political behavior in organizations?

• High levels of trust and collaboration among employees

• Well-defined and simple organizational structure

• Scarce resources and competition for them

• Strict adherence to established rules and procedures

What is a common personal factor that can contribute to political behavior in organizations?

• Employee engagement

• Job satisfaction

• Ambition and career aspirations

• Strong moral values

When organizational goals and individual goals are not aligned, it can lead to:

• Reduced political behavior

• Increased employee morale

• Decreased job satisfaction

• Enhanced political behavior

Which factor can help mitigate political behavior in organizations by promoting fairness and equality?

• Clear hierarchy and power structure

• Encouraging conformity

• Robust performance appraisal systems

• Ethical leadership and fair treatment