Which of the Following Statements Is True of Coercive Power

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of coercive power of leaders?

• A) It refers to the power that stems from the authority to bestow rewards on other people.
• B) It is the negative side of legitimate and reward power.
• C) It refers to authority resulting from a leader's special knowledge or skill.
• D) It depends on a leader's personal characteristics rather than on a formal title.

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