The Unbroken Line of Authority That Extends from the Top

question 14

Multiple Choice

The unbroken line of authority that extends from the top of the organisation to the lowest echelon and clarifies who reports to whom is termed:

• A)unity of command.
• B)power.
• C)authority.
• D)chain of command.

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Definitions:

Short Run

A time period during which at least one input, such as plant size or capital, is fixed and cannot be changed.

Identical Firms

Identical firms refer to businesses within the same industry that have no significant differences in their products, production methods, or operational efficiency.

Linear Marginal Cost

A cost structure where the marginal cost of producing one additional unit is constant, regardless of the quantity produced.

Market Price

The current price at which an asset or service can be bought or sold, determined by the supply and demand forces in the market.