When supervisors empower employees and delegate to them the authority to make decisions on those things that affect their work and change the way that they think about work,that's ________.
A)authority
B)responsibility
C)centralization
D)departmentalization
E)decentralization

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When supervisors empower employees and delegate authority to them, it is known as decentralization. This allows for greater autonomy and decision-making power for the employees, which can lead to increased job satisfaction, motivation, and productivity. Centralization, on the other hand, is when decision-making power is held at the top of the organizational hierarchy, and departmentalization refers to how tasks and responsibilities are divided up among departments within the organization. Neither of these options specifically addresses the situation described in the question.

When Supervisors Empower Employees and Delegate to Them the Authority