While driving on the highway, David was pulled over to the side of the road by the police. Weber would say David obeyed the police as a result of __________.
A) power
B) respect
C) authority
D) conformity

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Weber defines authority as the legitimate use of power. In this case, the police officer has legitimate authority to pull over drivers for traffic violations. Therefore, David obeyed the police officer because of their perceived legitimacy and authority to enforce traffic laws.

While Driving on the Highway, David Was Pulled Over to the Side