Which of the following statements about the power base classification system of John French and Bertram Raven is accurate?
A) Some managers can possess power from all five bases.
B) The higher a person's legitimate power is, the less responsibility she must take on.
C) Referent power is typically the weakest power base among managers.
D) Most managers lean far too heavily on coercive power.

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Managers can indeed possess power from all five bases identified by French and Raven: legitimate, reward, expert, referent, and coercive. The mix and level of these power bases can vary widely among individuals and situations, allowing for the possibility of a manager having some degree of each type.

Which of the Following Statements About the Power Base Classification