L4: Power and Authority Flashcards
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It is the ability to carry out desired outcome, or the ability to influence others in carrying out a desired outcome.
Power
Power is _______ and exists within relationships between and among people. This characteristic makes power an important factor to consider when examining social and historical contexts.
relational
It compels others to act by promising a reward. The reward may be provided before or after the task is completed.
Reward Power
It stems from extensive knowledge on a topic.
Expert Power
It compels others to act using force or violence.
Coercive Power
It is the ability to attract and gain followers. People with this power are often charismatic and influential.
Referent Power
It is based on societal roles, status, and positions. It involves social hierarchies.
Legitimate Power
It is the right to exercise power.
Authority
It is based on an individual or institution’s personality and traits. It usually involves sharing an ideal with others.
Charismatic Authority
It is based on laws and regulations. It depends on government-enacted laws, constitutions, and policies.
Legal-rational Authority
It is based on cultural and traditional customs. Power is passed down through long-standing customs, beliefs, and traditions. It is often hereditary.
Tradition Authority
To know someone’s authority is legitimate:
- Customs and _____ hierarchies
- ______ and appointments of leaders
- Official _____ documents
Traditional, Elections, Legal
Two categories of the Powers of the Government
Inherent and National Powers
These powers are accorded to the government by the constitution. They cannot be taken away as long as the state exists.
Inherent Power
It enables the government to obtain private property for public use. It is often used for infrastructure and restructuring programs.
Eminent Domain
It is the government’s ability to use the police to maintain peace and order.
Police Power
It is the government’s ability to impose taxes on its constituents. This provides revenue for future projects.
Taxation
It is the country’s ability to achieve its goals over other states or its own state.
National Power
The government’s ability to use military forces to protect its people, territory, and interests. It can be used to invade other states.
Military Power
This allows the government to change how others perceive it. This includes controlling information to shape public perception.
Psychological Power
It enables the government to use its resources and influence how other states use their resources. These resources include wealth and labor.
Economic power
It is a state’s ability to use its image or reputation to influence others. It uses diplomacy and cultural influence rather than coercion.
Soft power
Two categories of Powers of the People
Formal and Non-formal Power
It is granted to the people legally. It is given by documents like a constitution or laws.
Formal Power
