A nurse manager who denies vacation time to an employee who failed to meet expectations is exhibiting what type of power?

A) Legitimate
B) Coercive
C) Reward
D) Referent


B
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Coercive power is the ability to threaten or punish someone who fails to meet expectations. Legitimate power is obtained through a designated position. Reward power occurs when a person attains power through the ability to grant favors or rewards. Referent power is the power a person has because of his or her association with other who are powerful.

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