Which of the Following Statements About Power Is FALSE

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about power is FALSE?

• A)Power exists only when the dependent party is aware that the power holder controls valued resources.
• B)Power requires interdependence in the relationship.
• C)Power is the capacity to influence,rather than 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 sometimes gain power by convincing others that they have something of value for them.

Comprehend the importance of emotional and rational appeals in influencing others within the organization.

Understand the concept of locus of control and its relevance in organizational politicking.

Identify methods to keep organizational politics in check and ensure positive politicking.

Identify correct and incorrect use of past tense verbs in various contexts.

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