A certain IT company has a legal services department which is responsible for providing timely assistance and advice on matters relating to contracts, liability, governance, and regulations. What type of authority do the legal advisors within this organization possess?
A) line authority
B) functional authority
C) staff authority
D) traditional authority
E) informal authority

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The legal advisors within this IT company's legal services department have staff authority, as they are responsible for providing advice and assistance to other departments, but do not have direct decision-making power or control over resources.

A Certain IT Company Has a Legal Services Department Which