Which of the following examples demonstrates positional power?
A)Prisoners riot and take over a jail.
B)A therapist hypnotizes a patient to help her quit smoking.
C)Workers follow the directions of their office supervisors.
D)A charismatic speaker inspires people to join a social movement.

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In this scenario, the office supervisors have positional power because they have been given the authority to give directions to the workers. The workers follow their directions based on this authority, rather than on personal or influence-based power.

Which of the Following Examples Demonstrates Positional Power