Explain the Five Bases of Power and the Two Groups

question 124

Essay

Explain the five bases of power and the two groups they are classified into.

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Definitions:

Thin Slices

Rapid assessments or judgments made based on a very brief exposure to a slice of behavioral or situational information.

Stereotypes

Oversimplified generalized images or ideas held about a group of people, leading to categorization based on those perceptions rather than individual characteristics.

Personal Attributions

The process of ascribing causes to one's own behavior and outcomes, highlighting the influence of internal factors.

First Impressions

The initial thoughts, feelings, or perceptions one forms about someone or something upon first encountering them.