When a Professor Asks a Student in Class to Stop

question 40

Multiple Choice

When a professor asks a student in class to stop talking to his neighbor and join the class discussion,that professor most likely exercises:

• A) legitimate power.
• B) informational power.
• C) referent power.
• D) expert power.

Identify avoidance and escalation dynamics in conflicts.

Understand the impact of unresolved conflicts on mental health.

Recognize the triggers and underlying issues in interpersonal conflicts.

Differentiate between conflict resolution strategies and their outcomes.

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