Leadership Power and Influence Quiz

Which of the following concepts distinguishes 'authority' from 'power'?

• Power comes from title alone

• Power is based on influence, while authority is granted by formal position

• Authority can influence behavior

• Power is based on coercion

According to French and Raven, which type of power is derived from one’s expertise or knowledge?

• Coercive power

• Legitimate power

• Expert power

• Referent power

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Legitimate power in leadership is based primarily on:

• Personal skills and charisma

• Rewards given to followers

• The ability to control information

• Formal position or title within the organization

Power in a leadership context is best defined as:

• The influence gained solely from one’s position

• The authority to dictate employee behavior

• The ability to achieve goals regardless of obstacles

• The capability to influence others to achieve desired outcomes

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Reward power is typically effective as long as:

• The leader has formal authority

• The leader’s rewards do not align with followers' values and needs

• Followers do not fear punishment

• The organization does not have a hierarchical structure

Which of the following best describes coercive power?

• Power that stems from admiration and respect

• Power based on one’s expertise or knowledge

• Power granted through one’s role or position

• Power derived from the ability to administer punishment

Referent power is especially effective when:

• Rewards and punishments are well-defined

• There is a need for clear rules

• The leader has formal authority

• Followers have admiration and respect for the leader

Which type of power is often described as 'soft power' due to its reliance on influence rather than force?

• Legitimate power

• Coercive power

• Reward power

• Referent power

Coercive power can create an environment of compliance, but often at the cost of:

• Formal authority

• Employee compliance

• Clear communication

• High morale and trust

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

One downside of relying heavily on coercive power is that it may result in:

• Increased creativity

• Higher engagement levels

• Improved workplace morale

• Employee withdrawal and resentment

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5