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Power and Influence in the Workplace

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Which of the following is NOT one of the learning outcomes mentioned in Chapter 10?

Explaining what empowerment is and the factors that lead to it

Explaining the role of dependence in power relationships

Showing the connection between harassment and the abuse of power

Defining power and describing the five bases of power (correct)

What does countervailing power refer to in power relationships?

The potential to change attitudes and behavior

The person's perception of being controlled by someone else

The powerholder's control over resources that help or hinder the goal achievement of the other person (correct)

The capacity of a person, team, or organization to influence others

Which of the following is NOT a base of power?

Reward power

Dependence power (correct)

Coercive power

Information power

What is the role of dependence in power relationships?

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What does empowerment refer to?

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Power Relationships

Countervailing power refers to the ability of a weaker party to resist the power of a stronger party by forming alliances or coalitions with others.

Bases of Power

There are several bases of power, but ** legitimacy is NOT one of them.
Bases of power include reward power, coercive power, legitimate power, expert power, and referent power.

Empowerment and Dependence

Empowerment refers to the process of enhancing the ability of individuals or groups to take control of their own lives and make decisions.
Dependence in power relationships refers to the extent to which one party relies on another party for resources, support, or approval.

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Test your knowledge on power and influence in the workplace with this quiz! Learn about the different bases of power, the role of dependence in power relationships, factors that lead to empowerment, and the connection between harassment and the abuse of power. Put your understanding to the test and see how well you grasp these important concepts in the workplace.