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vinney12

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Which of the following is key to understanding the power approach to the professions?
 
  a. The professions are relatively meritocratic.
  b. Organized collectivities can act to achieve desired ends.
  c. The possession of specialized technical knowledge gives its holders power.
  d. The state autonomously decides which occupations will be conferred professional status.
  e. Occupations that are already powerful act to retain their power.

Question 2

In the power approach to defining professions, what makes the knowledge held by professionals unique?
 
  a. Although the knowledge is often held by general public, the professional has power over the client.
  b. Professional knowledge is both theoretical and applied.
  c. Professionals use this knowledge in doing pro bono work.
  d. The knowledge is monopolized.
  e. The knowledge is conveyed in formal schooling.



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Answer to Question 1

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