Which Category of Power Is Operating When a Group Member

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which category of power is operating when a group member nominates someone as a leader by saying,"I recommend Romero be appointed chair of the building committee given his extensive experience as a successful contractor"?

• A)Referent power
• B)Persuasive power
• C)Reward power
• D)Legitimate power
• E)Expert power

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