According to Barnard, the source of authority resides in_______ .
A) acceptance or no acceptance by subordinates
B) persons of authority
C) formal organizational positions
D) communication
E) none of the above

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Barnard's theory of authority emphasizes that authority is derived from the acceptance of subordinates, meaning that authority is effective only if it is accepted by those who are supposed to follow it.

According to Barnard, the Source of Authority Resides In_______