Which of the Following Is True of Delegation

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of delegation?

• A) The manager should delegate to the subordinate enough authority to get the work done.
• B) The subordinate must not be allowed to take credit for the results of the assignment.
• C) The subordinate need not report to his or her boss about the status of the assignment.
• D) The subordinate should be allowed to work unencumbered by frequent checks.
• E) The manager should use delegation as a means of developing skills and knowledge.

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Definitions:

Safety Inventory

Extra stock kept on hand to prevent stockouts and ensure product availability despite uncertainties in demand or supply lead times.

Throughput

The quantity of goods and materials passing through a system or process in a given period, often used to measure the efficiency of production processes.

Inventory Rate

The speed at which inventory is sold or used over a particular period, often indicating the efficiency of inventory management.

Review Interval

The scheduled period between evaluations of a process, system, or performance, allowing for adjustments and improvements.