Roland makes it a point to always offer help in technical areas in which he is skilled and knowledgeable. His subordinates trust his judgment, and form one of the most productive units in the company. What type of power is Roland exerting?

A) legitimate power
B) expert power
C) coercive power
D) referent power
E) reward power

Expert Power

The influence wielded by an individual or an organization due to their expertise, skills, or knowledge in a particular field.

Technical Areas

Specialized domains that focus on specific aspects of knowledge and skill, often related to scientific, engineering, or IT fields.

Productive Units

Components within a system or organization that generate output or value through their operations.