Henry always wears the latest and most expensive suits. One of his employees, Mark, likes to buy similar clothing in order to be just like his boss. Which kind of power is being displayed by Mark?
A) expert
B) reward
C) coercive
D) referent

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Referent power is being displayed by Mark, as he admires and identifies with his boss, Henry, and seeks to emulate him by wearing similar clothing. This type of power is based on the desire to be like or identified with another individual.

Henry Always Wears the Latest and Most Expensive Suits