Richard, a Manager of a Transport Company, Discovered That One

question 207

Multiple Choice

Richard, a manager of a transport company, discovered that one of his employees, Kevin, was habitually late on his deliveries. Richard threatened to fire Kevin if he didn't perform better. What power has Richard exerted over Kevin?

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

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