Which of the following best defines line authority?
A) management over a small staff in a public firm
B) management with flexible decision-making powers
C) a manager's right to advise other managers or employees
D) a manager's right to advocate on behalf of his or her department
E) a manager's right to issue orders to other managers or employees

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Line authority refers to a manager's right to issue orders and directives to subordinates within their department. This authority is based on the hierarchical structure of an organization, with each level having control over the level below it.

Which of the Following Best Defines Line Authority