People draw from five foundations or sources of power when they interact with others. What type of power exists when someone has the ability to influence others because of an association with or respect for the people who hold power in the group?

a. Legitimate power
b. Reward power
c. Expert power
d. Referent power


d. Referent power is the ability to influence others because of an association with or
respect for the people who hold power in the group.

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Fill in the blank with correct word

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In resolving the conflict between values framed by a proposition in his or her favor, the advocate should attempt to prove that the value he or she favors does which of the following?

(a) It has more desirable consequences for society than the competing value. (b) It minimizes the attainment of some other already agreed-upon value. (c) It is subsumed by the opposing value. (d) All of the above

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"I see" and "uh-huh" are examples of which type of probe?

A. a nudging probe B. a reflective probe C. a silent probe D. a clearinghouse probe

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When making a ________ outline, you should state your main points and subpoints in full sentences to ensure that you develop your ideas fully.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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