Imagine That You Are Stranded on a Deserted Island

question 44

Essay

Imagine that you are stranded on a deserted island. There is enough food and water for the survivors, but resources are scarce enough to make people weary of each other. Due to your advanced sociological training, you understand that you have a responsibility to lead these scared people. How would you gain authority over the remaining survivors? In other words, which method would you use to gain legitimate power? Why would you choose this method?

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