Which of the Following Statements About Counterpower in Organizational Relationships

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about counterpower in organizational relationships is TRUE?

• A) Counterpower is like an umbrella; it prevents anyone else from having any power over you.
• B) Counterpower is used by the stronger party to prevent the weaker party from leaving the relationship.
• C) Counterpower is the weaker party's power to maintain the stronger party's continued participation in the relationship.
• D) Counterpower is one of the ways that people have power by coping with uncertainty.
• E) Counterpower is a personality characteristic of people who crave power.

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Contribution Margin

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