In Which Form of Authority Is Power Vested Not in Individuals

question 47

Multiple Choice

In which form of authority is power vested not in individuals but in particular positions or offices?

• A) coercive
• B) charismatic
• C) traditional
• D) legal-rational
• E) democratic

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Definitions:

Self-control

The capacity to control one's feelings, thinking, and actions when confronted with desires and sudden urges.

Identity Diffusion

A stage in identity development where an individual has not yet undergone the crisis necessary to achieve a sense of identity, leading to uncertainty about future roles.

Foreclosure

In identity formation, a state where an individual commits to an identity without exploring alternatives, often due to external imposition.

Identity Achievement

A stage in identity development where an individual has explored various options and commitments and made choices about beliefs and goals.