Which of the Following Statements About Power Is True

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about power is true?

• A)Power exists only when the power holder is able to change someone's behavior.
• B)Power requires asymmetric dependence in a relationship.
• C)Power is the actual practice of influencing others.
• D)Power exists only when one person has something of value for a second person, but the second person has nothing of value for the first person.
• E)People cannot have power over others by controlling a desired job assignment, useful information, important resources, or even the privilege of being associated with someone.

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