Which of the Following Statements About Delegation Is True

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about delegation is true?

• A) Delegation is best done to one's superior.
• B) It entails getting the maximum amount of work out of a subordinate.
• C) Delegation helps develop effective subordinates.
• D) It is easy for all managers to do comfortably because it reduces their workload.
• E) As authority in organizations is spread out over various levels and spans of control, the role of delegation is less important.

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