Greta is very good at her job and her work ethic is impeccable. Her boss Frank criticizes her work regardless of her outstanding record. The other day, Frank told Greta that she needed to come in on Sunday, her day off, so that she could clean off his desk and balance his personal checkbook. He indicated that if she refused, he would fire her. What type of power is best represented by Frank in this interaction?

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Frank is using his position of authority to threaten Greta's job security if she doesn't comply with his unreasonable request. This is an example of coercive power.

Greta Is Very Good at Her Job and Her Work