The admiral in charge of the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Harry Truman, has power simply because of the formal position he holds. This is an example of __________ power.
A) expert
B) coercive
C) legitimate
D) reward
E) referent

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Legitimate power is derived from the formal position or authority a person holds, such as the admiral's position commanding the U.S.S. Harry Truman.

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