Which of the Following Types of Power Stems from a Leader's

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following types of power stems from a leader's special knowledge?

• A) Reward power
• B) Referent power
• C) Legitimate power
• D) Coercive power
• E) None of these

Understand cultural differences in professional settings and their implications.

Recognize and explain the concept of ethnocentrism and its effects on international business relations.

Analyze the structure and dynamics of different types of networks within and outside organizations.

Appreciate the impact of personal experiences in foreign cultures on professional behavior and attitudes.

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Definitions:

Attribution Theory

A concept in social psychology that explains how individuals infer the causes of their own and others' behaviors, attributing them to either internal dispositions or external situations.

Foot-In-The-Door Phenomenon

A psychological tactic involving getting a person to agree to a small request to increase the chances of agreeing to a larger request later.

Informational Social Influence

The influence to accept information from others as evidence about reality, often leading to conformity in ambiguous situations.

Cognitive Dissonance Theory

A psychological theory that explains the discomfort that arises from holding two conflicting beliefs, leading to changes in attitudes, beliefs, or behaviors.