The social power where followers recognize that formal leaders have power due to their positions is:

Choice A reason: This choice suggests evaluating the evidence before searching the literature, which is not the correct order for creating an evidence-based question. The literature search should come after developing the question to find relevant evidence.

Choice B reason: This is the correct sequence. Developing a PICOT (Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome, Time) question provides a structured framework for the inquiry. Searching the literature follows to find evidence that answers the PICOT question. The evidence is then evaluated for quality and relevance, applied in practice, and finally, the outcomes/results are evaluated to assess the impact.

Choice C reason: Evaluating the outcomes/results before searching the literature is not logical, as the outcomes can only be evaluated after the evidence has been applied in practice.

Choice D reason: Searching the literature should be guided by the PICOT question, so it is not the first step. The question helps to focus the literature search on obtaining specific evidence needed to answer the clinical question.

Choice A reason: Referent power is based on the personal qualities of the leader, such as charisma or likability, rather than their formal position. Followers are drawn to these leaders because they identify with or want to emulate them, not because of their official role.

Choice B reason: Expert power comes from the leader's knowledge and skills. Followers respect and follow these leaders because they are seen as authorities in their field and can provide valuable insights and guidance.

Choice C reason: Legitimate power is the correct answer because it is derived from the formal position or title held by the leader. Followers recognize the authority of these leaders because of their role within the organization or hierarchy.

Choice D reason: Reward power is based on the leader's ability to give rewards. Followers comply with these leaders because they control resources or benefits that the followers desire.