Which of the following is the best example of the exercise of

coercive power?
A) A's threat persuades B to do something B does not want to do.
B) B does something A wants in exchange for benefits from A.
C) A persuades B to do something that harms B's interests.
D) B does something in order to gain favor with A.


Answer: A

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