When a Manager Lays Out the Lines of Authority and Responsibility

question 89

Multiple Choice

When a manager lays out the lines of authority and responsibility among different individuals and groups,the manager is:

• A) organizing.
• B) leading.
• C) controlling.
• D) planning.
• E) staffing.

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Definitions:

Oligarchical Regime

is a form of government in which power rests with a small number of people distinguished by royalty, wealth, family ties, education, corporate, or military control.

Republic

A form of government in which power resides in elected individuals representing the citizen body and government leaders exercise power according to the rule of law.

Elite Theory

A theory in political science and sociology which posits that a small minority, consisting of members of the economic elite and policy-planning networks, holds the most power—and that this power is independent of a state's democratic elections process.

Self-Interests

The focus on one's own advantages or well-being without necessarily considering those of others.