Which one of the following sources of power of the supervisor is NOT true for the subordinates to comply?
Reward power, coercive power, and means-ends control are formal position-based powers that primarily induce subordinate compliance (extrinsic obedience to secure rewards or…
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Which one of the following sources of power of the supervisor is NOT true for the subordinates to comply?
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Reward power, coercive power, and means-ends control are formal position-based powers that primarily induce subordinate compliance (extrinsic obedience to secure rewards or avoid punishment). In contrast, Expert power is a personal power based on specialised knowledge and competence that fosters internalisation and genuine commitment rather than mere compliance.
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