Joan, the editorial head of a daily newspaper, implements a change to the newspaper's outline. He discusses this change with Sylvia, the marketing head of the company, and advises her to improvise the marketing strategy based on the updated outline. In the context of organizational authority, Joan is most likely exercising _____.
A) pseudo-authority
B) centralized authority
C) line authority
D) staff authority

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Joan is exercising staff authority, as he is providing advice and recommendations to Sylvia regarding the marketing strategy, but does not have direct control over marketing activities.

Joan, the Editorial Head of a Daily Newspaper, Implements a Change