Which of the Following Characteristics Distinguishes Authority

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following characteristics distinguishes authority?

• A) It is vested in people, not positions.
• B) Subordinates accept it.
• C) It flows across the horizontal hierarchy.
• D) It emerges from the organizational values.
• E) Individuals are born with this power.

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Definitions:

Congressional Delegations

Groups of members from the United States Congress who are assigned to represent the legislative body at official functions or investigate specific issues.

Administrative Agencies

Governmental bodies established to carry out specific laws, conduct oversight, and administer services related to their area of responsibility.

Separation of Powers

A fundamental principle in constitutional law where the government's powers are divided among three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial, to prevent abuse of power.

Congressional Delegation

Congressional delegation refers to the process by which Congress grants specific powers to administrative agencies or the executive branch of government, often seen in the context of regulatory authority.