Annette has made it clear to her daughter, Jennifer, that she cannot stay out past 9:00 p.m. on school nights. Jennifer has come home for the third time past 9:00 p.m. with no explanation. Annette has decided that Jennifer can only go to school and to work for the rest of the month but cannot go out with friends. Annette is using what type of power?

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Coercive power is being used here, as Annette is imposing restrictions on Jennifer's freedom as a consequence of her actions, demonstrating a form of punishment or negative reinforcement.

Annette Has Made It Clear to Her Daughter, Jennifer, That