Question

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my people love me because i have the ability to inspire others. they believe that i have supernatural powers. i am their leader because of my personality even though my ancestors were poor people who had no influence or power.
according to max weber, what type of authority do i have?
a. rational-legal
b. charismatic
c. traditional
d. legitimate

Explanation:

Max Weber identified three types of authority. Charismatic authority is based on an individual's extraordinary personal qualities, the ability to inspire, and the perception of having special powers. In the given description, the leader's authority stems from their personality and the belief in their supernatural powers (qualities that inspire), which aligns with charismatic authority. Rational - legal authority is based on legal rules and bureaucratic structures. Traditional authority is based on long - standing customs and hereditary status. Legitimate is a more general term, and Weber's specific categorization in this context points to charismatic.

Answer:

B. Charismatic