As a benefits specialist in her company's human resources department, Charlotte has the responsibility to advise and assist other personnel with regard to their various benefit options.Charlotte's authority to help her company's other employees is best described as __________.

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Charlotte's role as a benefits specialist in the human resources department is an example of staff authority. This means she has the expertise and authority to advise and assist other personnel, but does not have direct line authority to make decisions affecting their work.

As a Benefits Specialist in Her Company's Human Resources Department