Alberto is able to get his group members to agree to participate in a late-night meeting in order to decide on a plan of action before the deadline set by the client. While most people typically would not be willing to work such late hours, Alberto's team complies with his request because he is the Manager of Operations for their division of the company. Which of the following types of power is most influential in getting the group to agree to the late-night meeting?
A) expert power
B) referent power
C) reward power
D) legitimate power

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Alberto's ability to get his team to agree to a late-night meeting is primarily due to his position as the Manager of Operations. This position within the company hierarchy gives him legitimate power, which is based on the authority of his role.

Alberto Is Able to Get His Group Members to Agree