Of the Following Statements, Which One Would Be Considered False

question 12

Multiple Choice

Of the following statements, which one would be considered false regarding the concept of authority?

• A) Positions located at the bottom of an organization's hierarchy have more formal authority than those at the top.
• B) Authority is accepted by subordinates.
• C) Authority is a force for achieving desired outcomes.
• D) People have authority because of the positions they hold, not because of personal characteristics.
• E) Authority exists along the formal chain of command.

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Definitions:

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