Managers at a pharmaceutical research and development firm have checkbooks that they carry around with them as they monitor their subordinates.If a manager notes outstanding behavior by a subordinate,they can write the high-level performer a check on the spot.This is an example of the manager's ___________ power.

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This scenario describes the use of reward power, where the manager has the ability to reward high-performing subordinates with a check on the spot. Referent power is based on the charisma and respect that a manager has earned from their subordinates, expert power is based on the manager's knowledge and expertise, and information power is based on the manager's access to valuable information. None of these apply to the scenario described.

Managers at a Pharmaceutical Research and Development Firm Have Checkbooks