Differentiate between centralized and decentralized authority in ...

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Differentiate between centralized and decentralized authority in organizations.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Ruth is a Professor of Humanities at a university. In her classes, she emphasizes the benefits of working in teams on class projects and the importance of being sensitive to social issues.
 
  She sets an example by performing activities that are for the greater good of the society. Which of the following scenarios is most similar to the situation mentioned above?
  A) Hannah, the head chef at a restaurant, encourages line cooks to be creative with traditional dishes.
  B) Joel, an elementary school teacher, believes that each child is unique and should be allowed to pursue their own interests.
  C) Carla, a manager at a software firm, encourages an open-door policy in her office to foster greater communication.
  D) Barney, a lawyer, is highly competitive and is determined to win at any cost.
  E) Hank, a construction site supervisor, often helps members of his community find jobs.

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Answer to Question 1

The two modes in which decision-making authority operates in organizations are centralized authority and decentralized authority. Under centralized authority, top-level decision makers make most of the important decisions. Decentralized authority shares the decisions affecting the entire organization with mid-level and lower-level managers. Decentralized authority means that individual work groups (or individuals) have the freedom to act decisively and spontaneously without obtaining permission from those in higher positions of authority.

Answer to Question 2

E