Professor Jones asks Professor Brown to cover class for her while she is out of town presenting a paper at a conference.They are good friends and work together effectively on several committees.Professor Brown not only covers the class,but develops a special lecture and exercise for the students.Professor Jones is using her _______ power and Professor Brown is ________.

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Professor Jones is using referent power, which is based on the admiration and respect that others have for her. Professor Brown is committed to helping out a friend and colleague, so he is not just complying with her request, but going above and beyond by developing a special lecture and exercise for the students. Therefore, the best choice is C, referent and committed.

Professor Jones Asks Professor Brown to Cover Class for Her