Suppliers Can Gain Power from a Number of Sources in the Buyer

question 7

Multiple Choice

Suppliers can gain power from a number of sources in the buyer / supplier relationship. When a buyer has access to knowledge, information and skills desired by the supplier, this is called a(n) ________ source of power.

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

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Definitions:

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