Gayard Ballet, a ballet group, has both experienced and inexperienced dancers. New members often emulate the attitudes and behaviors of the experienced members as they consider them their role models. This strengthens the bond between the group members. The given scenario illustrates _____.
A) referent power
B) legitimate power
C) expert power
D) reward power

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The scenario illustrates referent power, which is the power an individual has because others respect and admire them and want to emulate them. In this case, the experienced members of the ballet group are seen as role models, and the new members look up to them and try to adopt their attitudes and behaviors, thus strengthening the bond between the group members.

Gayard Ballet, a Ballet Group, Has Both Experienced and Inexperienced