Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding Legitimate Power

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding legitimate power?

• A) Legitimate power develops out of admiration of another and a desire to be like that person.
• B) Legitimate power comes from an individual's unique characteristics.
• C) Legitimate power is broader than the power to coerce and reward.
• D) Celebrities who endorse products in commercials wield legitimate power over people.
• E) Legitimate power is a type of personal power.

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Definitions:

Stigma

A social phenomenon where individuals are devalued or discriminated against based on a characteristic that is seen as distinguishing them from the societal norm.

Perceptual Process

The sequence of steps that includes receiving, selecting, organizing, and interpreting sensory information.

Interpretation

The act or process of explaining the meaning of something, often involves understanding the significance of words, actions, or events.

Causal Attributions

The process of trying to determine the causes of specific events, especially regarding understanding behaviors and outcomes in social settings.