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Which statement about delegation as a time management technique is most accurate?

Delegation gives the subordinate authority to carry out the task, but the delegator remains ultimately accountable for the outcome. Accountability cannot be fully transferred. Effective delegation also needs adequate authority and resources, so it is not only for unimportant work.

  1. ADelegating a task transfers both authority to do it and the delegator's ultimate accountability for the outcome
  2. BDelegating a task authorises the subordinate to do it, but the delegator remains ultimately accountable for the outcomeCorrect
  3. CDelegating a task removes all responsibility from the delegator once the instruction is given
  4. DDelegation should be limited to tasks the delegator finds unimportant, with no authority given

Explanation

When a manager delegates, the subordinate receives the authority and responsibility to carry out the task, but the manager stays accountable for the result. Accountability cannot be fully passed down. Delegation also requires giving enough authority to do the job, and it is not restricted to unimportant tasks.

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