Answer to Question #312144 in Political Science for Catherinejoy bauti

Question

Create a short essay presenting and discussing the facts and their critical analysis on the nature, dimensions, types and consequences of power.

Answer 1

This face of authority consists of deliberate activities that influence the substance of decisions in some way. The process of determining who has power involves examining decisions in light of the actors' known desires. The most powerful actors in society are those whose opinions are considered and respected in decision-making, according to this perspective of power. The powerful are able to acquire what they want and compel others to behave in a certain way. A lot of factors can influence a person's decision. Keith Boulding contrasted between the use of coercion or intimidation (the stick), constructive transactions involving mutual benefit (the deal), and the establishment of obligations, loyalty, and engagement (the carrot) (the kiss).