Which of the following principles is shared by both hierarchical and open organizational structures? 1. A superior can delegate the authority to make decisions but cannot delegate the ultimate responsibility for the results of those decisions. 2. A supervisor's span of control should not exceed seven subordinates. 3. Responsibility should be accompanied by adequate authority. 4. Employees at all levels should be empowered to make decisions.
A) 1 and 3 only.
B) 1 and 4 only.
C) 2 and 3 only.
D) 3 and 4 only.

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Both hierarchical and open organizational structures recognize that responsibility should be accompanied by adequate authority, and that while authority can be delegated, ultimate responsibility cannot be.

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