____ refers to making someone feel important or good before making a request.

A) The coalition tactic
B) Consultation
C) The ingratiating tactic
D) An upward appeal
E) An inspirational appeal

Ingratiating Tactic

A strategy used to influence others through flattery or other forms of making oneself more likable or acceptable to them.

Coalition Tactic

A strategy in influence and negotiation involving the formation of a temporary alliance or partnership of individuals or groups to achieve a specific objective.

Upward Appeal

A tactic used in organizational politics where individuals seek to influence decisions by appealing to higher-level managers or authorities.