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Jul
When talking about authority within an organization, a few key concepts emerge that are critical to understanding how authority is distributed and exercised. Delegated authority is one of these concepts, but an even more specific form of this is called 'delegated discretionary authority'. To understand this better, let's delve into this topic and explore scenarios that best illustrate this form of authority. First, let's break down the term 'delegated discretionary authority'. Delegated authority refers to the process where a person or group of people (usually in a position of power or leadership) assigns authority to another person or group. This…