Your Manager Says That He Will Refuse Your Request for the Weekend

question 8

Multiple Choice

Your manager says that he will refuse your request for the weekend off to attend a concert unless you work the night shift for the rest of the week. In this case, he is using ________.

• A) legitimate power
• B) reward power
• C) expert power
• D) coercive power

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Definitions:

Conversational Tone

A style of writing or speaking that is informal and friendly, mirroring natural spoken dialogue.

Authoritative Tone

An authoritative tone conveys confidence and certainty, often used by leaders or experts to command respect and encourage trust in their audience.

Formal Tone

The use of language that is professional and follows conventions of grammar and syntax, suitable for official or serious occasions.

Richer Media

Media formats that are capable of conveying more complex information through multi-dimensional means, including text, audio, video, and interactivity.