Which of the following power sources is primarily based on the position held by a person in an organization?

A) Expert power
B) Legitimate power
C) Networking power
D) Charismatic power

Legitimate power is based on the formal position or authority held by a person in an organization. This power comes from higher management or from the position a person holds in the hierarchy. Expert power is based on a person's expertise or knowledge in a particular area or subject, networking power is based on the extent of a person's social network, and charismatic power is based on a person's ability to attract and influence others through their personality and communication skills.