An employee works for a company that has clearly defined lines of authority. Employees should know that they have authority and responsibility for distinct sets of tasks. Employees should also be aware of the company's reporting structure and its successive management levels all the way to the top. The company follows which principle
A) Specialization principle
B) Unity of command principle
C) Scalar principle
D) Authority principle
E) Responsibility principle

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The principle described in this scenario is the scalar principle, which involves clearly defined lines of authority and reporting structure. This principle ensures that employees know who they report to and who is responsible for making decisions and delegating tasks. Choice B, unity of command principle, also involves clear lines of authority but specifically refers to each employee having only one supervisor. However, this principle is not mentioned in the scenario. Specialization principle (A) refers to employees specializing in specific tasks, while authority (D) and responsibility (E) principles are related but do not specifically address the clear lines of authority and reporting structure described in the scenario.

An Employee Works for a Company That Has Clearly Defined