Question

Assertion (A): Delegation is a pre-requisite to the efficient functioning of an organization. 

Reasoning (R): It enables a manager to use his time on high priority activities.

Choose the correct option:

Options

• Both (A) and (R) are incorrect.

• (A) is correct, but (R) is incorrect.

• Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

• Both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A). 

Answer 1

Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

Explanation:

When a superior transfers authority to a subordinate, this is referred to as delegation. It is necessary for an organization to run efficiently because it allows a manager to focus his time on tasks that are of the utmost importance.