Which of the Five Sources of Power Is Most Likely

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the five sources of power is most likely to negatively affect an employee's job satisfaction?

• A) reward
• B) legitimate
• C) coercive
• D) expert
• E) referent

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Definitions:

Cognitive-Developmental Theory

A theory in psychology that explains how children acquire the ability to think, reason, and use language as they grow.

Moral Reasoning

The process of determining right from wrong in a logical, principled manner.

Social Learning Theory

A theory that posits people learn new behaviors and information by observing and imitating others, also taking into account the reinforcements or punishments that follow these behaviors.

Private Speech

The self-directed speech of children that is used to guide their own thoughts and behavior, often seen in the context of learning or problem-solving.