The line of authority that moves from the top of a hierarchy to the lowest level is called the:
A)chain of logic.
B)organizational design.
C)delegation of authority.
D)chain of command.

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The term "chain of command" specifically refers to the line of authority that moves from the highest level of an organization to the lowest level. Option A is not a commonly used term in management and option B is broader than the specific answer. Option C refers to the process of assigning authority to specific individuals or positions, which is a component of the chain of command but not the term used for the overall line of authority.

The Line of Authority That Moves from the Top of a Hierarchy