The implicit and explicit power that a manager or employees has to fulfill an organizational function or role is known as his/her:
A)span of control
B)level of hierarchy
C)delegated role
D)authority

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Authority refers to the power and ability of an individual to make decisions, give orders, and enforce rules within an organization. It can be both implicit and explicit, depending on the individual's role within the hierarchy. Span of control refers to the number of subordinates that a manager is directly responsible for, and delegated role is the assignment of specific tasks or responsibilities to an individual. While these concepts are related to authority, neither fully captures the idea of the power that a manager or employee possesses to fulfill their organizational function. Therefore, option D, authority, is the best choice.

The Implicit and Explicit Power That a Manager or Employees