Which of the following is Weber's concept that deference and obedience are owed not to a person or a title,but to the role they fill?
A)charismatic authority
B)traditional authority
C)role authority
D)rational-legal authority

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Weber's concept of rational-legal authority refers to a system of governance where power is vested in a set of rules and procedures, and individuals in positions of authority are respected and obeyed because of the roles or offices they hold, not because of personal characteristics or traditional status. This contrasts with charismatic authority, based on personal qualities, and traditional authority, based on customs.

Which of the Following Is Weber's Concept That Deference and Obedience