Which of the Following Statements Is True About Power in an Informal

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about power in an informal organization?

• A) It is delegated by managers.
• B) It strictly follows the official chain of command.
• C) It is likely to come from superiors in the formal hierarchy than from peers.
• D) It is usually more unstable than formal authority.

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