Professor Washington seems to be able to get his students to do what he asks them to do because of his charm and dynamism in the classroom.Which type of power does Professor Washington seem to exhibit in this example?
A)legitimate power
B)referent power
C)expert power
D)reward power
E)coercive power

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Referent power is the ability to influence others based on one's interpersonal attraction, charisma, and ability to form personal connections. In this example, Professor Washington is able to get his students to do what he asks because of his charm and dynamism in the classroom, which suggests he has referent power over his students.

Professor Washington Seems to Be Able to Get His Students