Question

What is highlighted as the essence of the Authority and Responsibility principle?

• A. Centralization of decision-making.
• B. Minimizing managerial discretion.
• C. The importance of accountability.
• D. Maximizing individual autonomy.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. The importance of accountability.

• The essence of the Authority and Responsibility principle is the balance between the right to give orders and the obligation to be accountable for the outcomes. According to Henri Fayol, these two concepts must go hand in hand for a manager to be effective and for power to be used appropriately.