Power Is Used by Subunits to Enhance Their Own Survival

question 16

Multiple Choice

Power is used by subunits to enhance their own survival through:

• A)control of abundant resources.
• B)coercion and power sharing.
• C)the control over less-critical resources.
• D)the placement of allies in key positions.

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