Answer to Question #209046 in Psychology for Mercy M

Question

Match the power phenomenon on the left to its relevant description or example.

1.

Coercive power

A.

A formal and directive power base

demanding immediate compliance

through coercive tactics

2.

Reward power

B. A personal and relational power base

that develops over time as a result of

being respected for the manner in

which followers are treated and tasks

are performed

3.

Legitimate power

C.

A formal power based on employee’s

proneness to improve their

performance when they are rewarded

4. Expert power

D.

A positional power base that is

formalised by executive management

and unquestionably accepted by

employees

5. Referent power

E. A personal power base that is rooted

in the person’s expert skills, knowledge

and abilitie

Answer 1

1. Coercive power: A formal and directive power base demanding immediate compliance through coercive tactics

2. Reward power: A formal power based on employee’s proneness to improve their performance when they are rewarded

3. Legitimate power: A personal and relational power base that develops over time as a result of being respected for the manner in which followers are treated and tasks are performed

4. Expert power: A positional power base that is formalized by executive management and unquestionably accepted by employees

5. Referent power: A personal power base that is rooted in the person’s expert skills, knowledge and abilities