Joan, the Editorial Head of a Daily Newspaper, Implements a Change

question 11

Multiple Choice

Joan, the editorial head of a daily newspaper, implements a change to the newspaper's outline. He discusses this change with Sylvia, the marketing head of the company, and advises her to improvise the marketing strategy based on the updated outline. In the context of organizational authority, Joan is most likely exercising _____.

• A) pseudo-authority
• B) centralized authority
• C) line authority
• D) staff authority

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Definitions:

Ammonification

The process by which microorganisms decompose organic nitrogen from dead organisms and waste products into ammonia.

Nitrogenous Organic Compounds

Organic compounds that contain nitrogen as part of their molecular structure, including proteins, nucleic acids, and more.

Inorganic Nitrogen-containing Ions

Nitrate, nitrite, and ammonium ions that are crucial for plant nutrition but can cause environmental issues in excess.

Organic Molecules

Compounds primarily made of carbon atoms bonded with hydrogen, often containing oxygen and nitrogen, and forming the basis of all life forms.