There is a shortage of nurses on weekends. The unit manager asks nurses to work an additional two weekends per month in return for an additional 8 hours paid vacation per month. Which type of power in the manager using?
1. Legitimate
2. Expert
3. Reward
4. Referent
Answer: 3
Rationale: Reward power is based on the inducements a manager can offer a staff. In this case, the manager can offer increased wages. Legitimate power is the authority to make a request of staff. Expert power is based on a manager having unique skills or knowledge. Referent power is based on the employees' respect for a manager. They comply with requests out of respect for the manager.
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