Which of the following is key to understanding the "power" approach to the professions?
A) The professions are relatively meritocratic.
B) Organized collectivities can act to achieve desired ends.
C) The possession of specialized technical knowledge gives its holders power.
D) The state autonomously decides which occupations will be conferred professional status.
E) Occupations that are already powerful act to retain their power.
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Q38: Semi-professions experience reduced autonomy because
A)their state licenses
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Q42: Given the definition of professionalism,
A)only a professional's
Q43: Librarians are an example of an occupation
Q44: The professions exercise authority over other occupations
A)by
Q45: Intense specialization within the professions has led
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