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The principle that a manager should be given authority equal to the responsibility assigned is called:
- Parity of authority and responsibility
- Unity of command
- Scalar chain
- Span of management
Answer
A. Parity of authority and responsibility
Solution
Responsibility without matching authority leads to frustration and ineffectiveness.
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