Decentralization of authority means _________.

A. giving permission to the subordinate to do his work

B. conveying what the subordinate is expected to do

C. delegating responsibility

D. departmentalizing activities

Answer: Option D

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Decentralization of authority means departmentalizing activities. Departmentalization involves dividing an organization into different departments, which perform tasks according to the departments' specializations in the organization. Departmentalization as a means of structuring an organization can be found in both public and private organizations.