Question

What is the natural consequence, or 'corollary,' of authority, according to Henri Fayol?

• A. Delegation
• B. Sanctions
• C. Responsibility
• D. Obedience

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Responsibility

• According to Henri Fayol, the natural consequence or "corollary" of authority is responsibility.

• Fayol's Principle of Authority and Responsibility states that authority (the right to give orders) and responsibility (the obligation for the performance of the job) should be balanced. A manager needs the authority to carry out their duties, and with that authority comes the responsibility for the results. Fayol believed that if a manager is given authority without being held responsible, they may misuse their power. Conversely, a manager given responsibility without sufficient authority to get the job done will be ineffective. Therefore, they must go hand-in-hand.