Question

Andrew, the Student Body President, is very popular in his college and is admired by both the professors and students for his balanced approach to any task or issue. He is very creative and also a good sportsman. He is a role model for all the students in the college and often leads by example. Andrew's popularity gives him _____ power in his college.

Answer 1

Answer:

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Explanation:

Referent power: The term "referent power" is described as one of the different types of reverence acquired by a person or a leader who possess very strong "interpersonal relationship skills". Referent power is considered as an aspect of "personal power" and tends to become significant as "organizational leadership" becomes that is often increasingly related to influence and collaboration instead of control and command.

In the question above, the given statement represents referent power.