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According to French and Raven's bases of power, which type of power relies on a follower's admiration and desire to emulate a leader?
According to French and Raven's bases of power, which type of power relies on a follower's admiration and desire to emulate a leader?
- Reward Power
- Coercive Power
- Referent Power (correct)
- Legitimate Power
Which of the following best illustrates 'legitimate power' as defined by French and Raven?
Which of the following best illustrates 'legitimate power' as defined by French and Raven?
- A judge whose orders are followed because of the perceived authority of the judicial system. (correct)
- A CEO who implements strict cost-cutting measures to avoid impending bankruptcy, despite employee disapproval.
- A team leader who motivates their team by promising bonuses for achieving targets.
- A popular project manager whose team members voluntarily work overtime due to their admiration for her.
Which of the following scenarios exemplifies the use of 'coercive power'?
Which of the following scenarios exemplifies the use of 'coercive power'?
- An influencer promoting products through positive reviews.
- A mentor guiding a new employee through challenging tasks.
- A president uniting a nation through inspiring speeches.
- A supervisor docking pay for employees who consistently arrive late. (correct)
How does the concept of 'power' differ from the concept of 'right,' based on the definitions provided?
How does the concept of 'power' differ from the concept of 'right,' based on the definitions provided?
Which factor is LEAST likely to be a source of a ruler's power according to Gene Sharp?
Which factor is LEAST likely to be a source of a ruler's power according to Gene Sharp?
According to Gene Sharp, what role do 'sanctions' play as a source of power?
According to Gene Sharp, what role do 'sanctions' play as a source of power?
What is the relationship between authority and the imposition of sanctions?
What is the relationship between authority and the imposition of sanctions?
How do 'intangible factors' contribute to a ruler's power, as described by Gene Sharp?
How do 'intangible factors' contribute to a ruler's power, as described by Gene Sharp?
Which statement best describes the role of 'human resources' as a foundation of power, according to the text?
Which statement best describes the role of 'human resources' as a foundation of power, according to the text?
How do 'skills and knowledge' impact a ruler's power, according to the text?
How do 'skills and knowledge' impact a ruler's power, according to the text?
Flashcards
Definition of power
Definition of power
Ability to cause or prevent an action, make things happen; discretion to act or not act.
What is power?
What is power?
The ability or the right to do something; the ability to exercise authority over others.
Referent power
Referent power
Power based on the perception that the follower likes, admires, or identifies with the leader.
Reward power
Reward power
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Coercive power
Coercive power
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Authority (Source of Power)
Authority (Source of Power)
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Human resources (Source of Power)
Human resources (Source of Power)
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Skills & Knowledge (Source of Power)
Skills & Knowledge (Source of Power)
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Intangible factors (Source of Power)
Intangible factors (Source of Power)
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Material resources (Source of Power)
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Study Notes
- Power is the ability to cause or prevent actions, making things happen at one's discretion.
- Power is the opposite of disability.
- Power is different from a right in that it has no accompanying duties.
- Law: A legal instrument transferring or vesting authorization.
- Law: The ability conferred by law to determine and alter rights, duties, liabilities, and other legal relations.
- Power is the ability or right to do something and exercise authority over others, implying control of the stronger over the weaker.
French and Raven's Five Bases of Power
- Expert
- Referent
- Reward
- Legitimate
- Coercive
Expert Power
- This is based on the ability or right to do something including exercise authority over others implying a control hierarchy.
Referent Power
- This stems form the follower's liking, admiration, or identification with a leader.
Reward Power
- This is the leader's capacity to mediate rewards for the follower.
Legitimate Power
- This is based on the follower's perception that the leader has the legitimate right or authority to influence them.
Coercive Power
- This relies on the follower's fear that non-compliance will lead to punishment.
- Expert and referent power relate more positively to subordinate performance and satisfaction compared to reward, legitimate, and coercive power.
Gene Sharp's Sources of Power
- Sharp maintains that power emerges from the interaction of authority, human resources, skills and knowledge, intangible factors, material resources, and sanctions.
Authority
- The extent and intensity of the ruler's authority over subjects is crucial.
- Authority is the right to command and direct, to be heard or obeyed, voluntarily accepted without the imposition of sanctions.
Human Resources
- A ruler's power depends on the number of people who obey, cooperate, or provide assistance.
- The position of these people in the general population, and the extent and forms of their organizations also affect a ruler's power.
Skills and Knowledge
- A ruler's power is affected by the skill, knowledge, and abilities of the people under or around them.
- The relation of their skills/knowledge to the ruler's needs helps.
Intangible Factors
- Psychological and ideological factors impact a ruler's power.
- Obedience and submission habits, common faith, ideology, or sense of mission all have an impact as well.
Material Resources
- A ruler's control over property, natural resources, finances, the economic system, communication, and transportation determine the limits to this person's power.
Sanctions
- The type and extent of sanctions at a ruler's disposal is essentially the final source of their power.
- Sanctions are used against subjects and in conflicts with other rulers.
- Rulers use sanctions to enforce obedience and increase compliance to their commands.
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