Question

authority refers to
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Answer 1

Explanation:

Authority refers to accepted power—that is, power that people agree to follow. People listen to authority figures because they feel that these individuals are worthy of respect. Generally speaking, people perceive the objectives and demands of an authority figure as reasonable and beneficial, or true.

Answer 2

Answer:

Authority, control, influence denote a power or right to direct the actions or thoughts of others.

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