Question 1

List, define, and provide examples of the RICE power currencies in interpersonal relationships.

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Question 2

Imagine you are looking for a new job. You know that your friend, Alicia, knows the Vice-president of a company where you would like to work. Your text would describe Alicia's influence on you as:

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A)  Interpersonal linkages 
B)  Resource control 
C)  Expertise 
D)  Communication skills 
E)  Responsibility

Question 3

"I don't remember saying that" is an example of "denial of power."

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

When Ken's parents died, his sister was named as the executor of their estate. She gave all of the "good" furniture to her kids and left only one old dresser for Ken's kids. He was furious with her, especially in this time of grief. Even though Ken felt "low power," he decided to maintain his relationship with his sister and encouraged his kids not to bring up the issues with their cousins. Ken's decision is an example of which of the following moves Lerner suggests that people in low-power positions adopt:

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A)  Speak up and present a balanced picture of strengths as well as weaknesses. 
B)  Make clear what one's beliefs, values, and priorities are, and maintain congruent behaviors. 
C)  Stay emotionally connected to significant others even when things get intense. 
D)  State differences, and allow others to do the same. 
E)  All of the above

Question 5

Hocker and Wilmot contend that the person least invested in an intimate relationship has the most power. Do you agree or disagree? Explain, using specific examples to support your view. Finally, discuss the impact that imbalanced power could have on an intimate relationship, including the ways in which they manage conflict.

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Question 6

Not using all the power you have access to can be an effective conflict management tool.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

In terms of gender, "both/and" power is often the first choice of women in U. S. culture.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

What does it mean to say that "power is relational?" Provide specific examples to support you explanation.

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Question 9

When people feel low power, they often engage in very high power moves. Describe some examples of this. What advice would you give to someone feeling so "low power?"

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Exam 4: Power: the Structure of Conflict

List, define, and provide examples of the RICE power currencies in interpersonal relationships.

Imagine you are looking for a new job. You know that your friend, Alicia, knows the Vice-president of a company where you would like to work. Your text would describe Alicia's influence on you as:

"I don't remember saying that" is an example of "denial of power."

Not using all the power you have access to can be an effective conflict management tool.

In terms of gender, "both/and" power is often the first choice of women in U. S. culture.

What does it mean to say that "power is relational?" Provide specific examples to support you explanation.

When people feel low power, they often engage in very high power moves. Describe some examples of this. What advice would you give to someone feeling so "low power?"