Judith, the public relations officer of a music production company, advises her peers on how they can contribute to managing the company's external communication. In the context of organizational authority, Judith is most likely exercising _____.
A) pseudo-authority
B) centralized authority
C) line authority
D) staff authority

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Judith is exercising staff authority, which is the authority given to staff members in specialized areas to advise and assist those with line authority (such as managers). As the PR officer, Judith's role is to provide guidance and support to her peers in managing external communication, which falls under her area of expertise.

Judith, the Public Relations Officer of a Music Production Company