Competition Is an Important Interaction in Most Communities

question 59

Essay

Competition is an important interaction in most communities.How would differences in interaction strength among competitors be likely to influence community structure?

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Definitions:

Power Bases

The sources from which an individual or group can exert influence over others, including coercive, reward, legitimate, expert, and referent power.

Expectations-States Theory

Expectations-States Theory proposes that social hierarchies and expectations about individuals' performances in a group are formed based on societal stereotypes and perceptions, influencing group dynamics and member roles.

Work Group

A group of employees working towards common goals and objectives, often within the same department or unit of an organization.

French And Raven's

This elaborates on the original French and Raven model by presenting a framework for understanding social influence in groups through the dynamics of power.