Your Colleagues at Work Are Constantly Talking About the Vice

question 54

Multiple Choice

Your colleagues at work are constantly talking about the vice president in your region. He is perceived throughout the organization as a ruthless man who is not to be antagonized. It is necessary for you to bring him a report, and you are very nervous about having to deal with him.
-The one base of power which the vice president does not seem to have is _______ .

• A) legitimate
• B) referent
• C) formal
• D) reward
• E) none of the above

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