Match each of the following types of power with the scenario that most clearly illustrates it.Some choices may go unused.
-One of your subordinates will do just about anything if he can get paid extra to do it.
A)referent power
B)reward power
C)informational
D)coercive power
E)persuasive power
F)legitimate power
G)expert power

Question

Match each of the following types of power with the scenario that most clearly illustrates it.Some choices may go unused.
-One of your subordinates will do just about anything if he can get paid extra to do it.
A)referent power
B)​reward power
C)informational
D)​coercive power
E)​persuasive power
F)​legitimate power
G)​expert power

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The scenario describes the use of monetary compensation to motivate a subordinate, which is an example of reward power.

Answer:G 
 This scenario suggests that the subordinate highly values the expertise of another person, indicating that the person has expert power.

Answer:D 
 The scenario suggests that the subordinate is using threats or punishment to influence behavior, which is an example of coercive power.

Answer:A 
 The scenario suggests that the subordinate is highly attracted to a particular individual or group, which is an example of referent power.

Other choices are not clearly illustrated by the scenarios, or may potentially apply to multiple scenarios.

Match Each of the Following Types of Power with the Scenario