Which power is used in this situation: when the manager gives incentive to one employee for extra effort on a new project?

Correct option is A

Ans. (a)
Sol. The power used here is reward power. Reward power is based on the ability of a manager to give rewards (such as bonuses, incentives, or recognition) to employees for their efforts or accomplishments. In this case, the manager is providing an incentive as a reward for the employee’s extra effort on the new project.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) Reward – Correct answer. The manager is using reward power to motivate and incentivize the employee.
· (b) Expert – Power derived from knowledge, skills, or expertise in a particular area.
· (c) Legitimate – Power based on the formal authority of the manager due to their position.
· (d) Coercive – Power based on the ability to punish or penalize employees, which is not the case here.