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People have ________ power when others identify with them, like them, or otherwise respect them.

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The correct answer is referent power

This type of power comes from gaining the respect and trust of a leaders’ followers. When people trust and respect the manner in which the leader handles situations, then the leader has referent power. This can for instance result from treating all employees fairly.

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