How does managers' workplace power compare to professionals' workplace power?

A. Both derive power from the fact that they control the finances of a firm; money equates with power.
B. Professionals' power comes from control over daily routines, whereas managers possess highly-specialized skills.
C. Managers' power comes from control over daily routines, whereas professionals possess highly-specialized skills.
D. Neither has much power in the workplace; almost all power resides in the owner of the firm.


Answer: C

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