Bennis, Benne, & Chin (1969) defined three strategies that change agents may use to promote change in groups or organizations. Which strategy is being used in the following statement? "I am the manager on this unit and what I say will be final. If you do not like it, you are more than welcome to give me your opinion; however, I have made up my mind."

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The power-coercive strategy relies on the use of authority, threats, or punishment to enforce change. The statement in the scenario demonstrates the use of power and authority to make a decision, with no room for negotiation or input from others.

Bennis, Benne, & Chin (1969) Defined Three Strategies That Change