List several examples where someone of equal status attempted to exert power over you or used coercive power. For example, you would be attempting a power-over tactic if you said to your roommate: “The next time you clean the bathroom, let me know and I’ll buy some more cleaning supplies.” The statement assumes the roommate will be the one to do the cleaning task. If the roommate does not disagree with your assumptions, you have successfully exerted the power-over strategy.