Travis, the advertising manager of a photo imaging company, is responsible for compiling a list of the company's potential advertising sources for the upcoming year. However, he assigns this task to his immediate subordinates so that he can focus on project scheduling. In the context of organizational authority, which of the following is best illustrated in this scenario?
A) Staff authority
B) Centralization of authority
C) Delegation of authority
D) Concentrated authority

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This scenario illustrates delegation of authority, which is the process of transferring decision-making authority and responsibility from higher-level managers to lower-level managers or employees. Travis is delegating the task of compiling the list of potential advertising sources to his subordinates, which allows him to focus on other tasks while still ensuring the completion of the overall objective.

Travis, the Advertising Manager of a Photo Imaging Company, Is