Bridget Was Asked by Brenda, Her Boss, to Take on a Difficult

question 123

Multiple Choice

Bridget was asked by Brenda, her boss, to take on a difficult assignment. Bridget, although entirely occupied with other tasks, took on the assignment without hesitation. Bridget's motivation for taking on the assignment was the opportunity to develop a positive relationship with Brenda. What power has Brenda exerted over Bridget?

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

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