Which of the Following Increased the Strategic Value of Egypt

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following increased the strategic value of Egypt to Britain?

• A) The opening of the Suez Canal in 1869
• B) The rulership of the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire
• C) The construction of a railroad to link Egypt and Sudan
• D) The introduction of cotton production in Egypt
• E) The Muslim holy war against Egypt

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Definitions:

Legitimate Power

The authority that an individual or entity has, which is recognized and accepted by others, often based on a position of leadership or a role within an organization.

Referent Power

A form of influence based on the leader's personal traits and the followers' identification with, admiration for, or respect for the leader.

Expert Power

A form of influence that stems from an individual's recognized knowledge, skills, or experience in a specific area.

High Power Distance

A societal characteristic indicating how much individuals at lower levels of power within organizations and institutions recognize and anticipate that power will be allocated unevenly.