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Types and Dynamics of Organizational Power Quiz

#1

Which type of power is based on the authority granted by a formal position in an organization?

Legitimate power
Explanation

Authority from official position.

#2

Which of the following is an example of referent power?

A leader's charisma and likability
Explanation

Influence through personal charm.

#3

Which of the following is NOT a potential source of power in organizations?

Positional power
Explanation

Not a recognized source of power.

#4

What type of power involves the ability to influence others based on personal attraction, charisma, or admiration?

Referent power
Explanation

Influence through admiration.

#5

What type of power is characterized by the ability to influence others through charisma and personal attributes?

Referent power
Explanation

Influence through personal traits.

#6

What type of power is derived from a person's expertise, skill, or knowledge?

Expert power
Explanation

Influence from expertise.

#7

Which theory of power suggests that power derives from the control of scarce resources?

Resource dependence theory
Explanation

Power from control over resources.

#8

What is the primary difference between formal and informal power?

Formal power is based on position, while informal power is based on personal characteristics.
Explanation

Position vs. personal traits.

#9

What type of power involves the ability to control others through the distribution of rewards?

Reward power
Explanation

Influence via rewards.

#10

Which theory suggests that power arises from the dependence of individuals and organizations on each other?

Resource dependence theory
Explanation

Power from interdependence.

#11

According to French and Raven's typology, what type of power is characterized by the ability to influence others through the threat of punishment?

Coercive power
Explanation

Influence through fear of punishment.

#12

Which theory posits that power is derived from the control over the flow of information within a network?

Network theory
Explanation

Power from information flow control.

#13

Which theory of power focuses on the importance of social networks and relationships in determining power dynamics?

Network theory
Explanation

Social network's role in power.

#14

Which theory of power suggests that power arises from the interdependence between organizations and their external environments?

Resource dependence theory
Explanation

Power from interdependence.

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