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JAMB Government 2001 Question 1

Question 1

Power, Authority, Legitimacy and Sovereignty

Power differs from influence in that it is

  1. A.persuasive while influence is directive
  2. B.coercive while influence is harmful
  3. C.coercive while influence is persuasive
  4. D.arrogant while influence is corruptible
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (coercive while influence is persuasive)

Explanation

Power can force obedience, backed by sanctions. Influence only persuades people to act in a certain way.