Human resource managers generally exert ________ within the human resources department and ________ outside the human resources department.
A)line authority; implied authority
B)staff authority; line authority
C)functional authority; line authority
D)staff authority; implied authority

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A) HR managers usually have line authority in the HR department,which means they have the right to issue orders to other managers or employees.However,outside of the HR department,HR managers are likely to exert implied authority because line managers realize that the HR manager has top management's ear in areas like testing and affirmative action.Staff authority refers to a manager's authority to advise managers or employees outside of his/her department.

Human Resource Managers Generally Exert ________ Within the Human Resources