The unbroken line of authority that extends from the top of the organization to the lowest echelon and clarifies who reports to whom is termed ________.
A) chain of command
B) path of power
C) span of control
D) line of responsibility
E) web of authority

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The chain of command is an unbroken line of authority that extends from the top of the organization to the lowest echelon and clarifies who reports to whom. It answers questions such as to whom do I go if I have a problem and to whom am I responsible?

The Unbroken Line of Authority That Extends from the Top