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.

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Definitions:

Clan Control

Influences behaviour through norms and expectations set by the organisational culture.

Bureaucratic Control

A system of managing an organization through a hierarchical structure with strict rules and procedures.

Internal Control

A process implemented by an organization to ensure the integrity of financial and accounting information, promote accountability, and prevent fraud.

Self-Discipline

The ability to control one's feelings, impulses, and actions to pursue long-term goals, often requiring personal sacrifice and self-management.