ACCA Applied Knowledge · Business and Technology · Leadership, management and supervision
Fayol's principle of 'scalar chain' is best described as:
Scalar chain is the line of authority running from top management down to the lowest level, through which communication should normally pass. Fayol allowed direct cross-contact, the gang plank, when speed matters, provided superiors are kept informed. The other options describe unity of direction and remuneration.
- AA line of authority running from top management to the lowest level, which should normally be followed for communicationCorrect
- BThe grouping of similar activities under one manager with one plan
- CThe fair sharing of rewards between employees and the organisation
Explanation
The scalar chain is the chain of superiors from the highest to the lowest rank. Fayol allowed a 'gang plank' for direct cross-links between peers when speed is needed, with superiors informed. The second option describes unity of direction and the third describes remuneration.
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