Carol is more knowledgeable about technology than anyone else in her department. Other members almost always agree with her recommendations on technology purchases. This indicates that Carol has what type of power in her department?
A) expert
B) legitimate
C) reward
D) referent

Question

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Carol's ability to influence her department's technology purchases due to her superior knowledge indicates that she has expert power. Expert power is derived from possessing knowledge or skills in a specific domain that others value.

Carol Is More Knowledgeable About Technology Than Anyone Else in Her