According to Whetten and Cameron, power that comes from an individual's formal place within an organization's structure is known as _____ power.
A) positional
B) referent
C) personal
D) relational

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Whetten and Cameron defined positional power as the power that comes from an individual's formal place within an organization's structure, which includes legitimate authority, control of rewards and punishments, and control over information and resources. Referent power is based on individuals' liking and respect for the person holding the power, personal power is based on an individual's personal characteristics, and relational power is based on the relationships individuals have with others.

According to Whetten and Cameron, Power That Comes from an Individual's