The boss who assigns jobs, the coach who decides plays, the captain who gives orders, and the teacher who assigns homework are examples of _______ power.

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Legitimate power is the ability to influence others by virtue of one's formal position, authority or title. In the given examples, the boss, coach, captain, and teacher hold legitimate power as they all have a formal position or authority to assign tasks, decide plays, give orders or assign homework. Reward power is the ability to influence others by providing incentives or rewards, while coercive power involves the use of threats or punishment. Information power is based on the possession or sharing of valuable information. None of these powers are applicable in the given examples.

The Boss Who Assigns Jobs, the Coach Who Decides Plays