Compare and contrast reward power with coercive power.
Reward power comes when a person has the ability to offer desired rewards, while coercive power occurs when someone has the ability to remove or withhold desired rewards or recognition.
“The leader of our research team has studied this issue for 10 years. She earned a PhD from Harvard University and has, since then, been a world leader in her field”This statement reflects ________________ power.
Which of the following is not a group role?
Write a brief dialogue that illustrates a team rule.
Answers will vary but should make clear the definition of team rule: a formal and generally understood rule or policy governing team behavior
Within a group, your role is defined as _______________. Please select the best answer from the choices provided
Group norms and team rules are usually identical.
Describe a situation in which a person has legitimate power?
Answers will vary but should include reference to the origins of legitimate power (election, choice, appointment)
What is referent power?
Power that is based on admiration or respect for the leader; this admiration and respect leads to the group allowing the person to lead.
“Don’t spread gossip” is an example of _____________.
Which of these statements reflects a social role?
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