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Decentralisation is extending delegation to the lowest level. Comment.
Solution
Decentralisation refers to the manners in which decision making responsibilities are divided among hierarchical levels. It refers to delegation of authority throughout all the levels of the organisation. Decision making authority is shared with the lower levels and is consequently placed nearest to the point of action. This decision making authority is pushed down the chain of command. Delegation is the process and decentralisation is the end result.
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