In the context of organizational authority, which of the following is an advantage of unity of command?
A) It prevents the confusion that might arise when an employee receives conflicting commands from two different bosses.
B) It encourages companies to have a co-CEO arrangement that can lead to an improvement in the performance of employees.
C) It gives workers the authority and control to make meaningful decisions about their work.
D) It overcomes the deficiencies in specialized work by increasing the number of tasks.

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Unity of command ensures that an employee receives orders and directions from only one manager or supervisor, thereby avoiding conflicting commands and confusion. This leads to better coordination, clarity, and focus, which enhances productivity, efficiency, and accountability.

In the Context of Organizational Authority, Which of the Following