Language and Power Types of Power.

Question 1

Define Instrumental Power.

Answer 1

When the Person already has power over usually due to authority or law.

Question 2

Define Influential Power.

Answer 2

Persuasive and Inclines or makes us want to behave in a certain way.

Question 3

Define practical power (influential).

Answer 3

Power through physical actions, violence, skill, money, goods or services.

Question 4

Define positional power (influential).

Answer 4

Power gained from your position in a hierarchy; this may ultimately be backed by the law.

Question 5

Define pedagogical power (influential).

Answer 5

Using knowledge and ideas to influence peopel.

Question 6

Define personal power (influential).

Answer 6

Using power to influence people through personality, nurturing or caring.