Question

Which of the following statements is not applicable to the concept of Accountability?  

Options

• It implies being answerable for the final outcome.

• It cannot be denied once authority has been delegated and responsibility has been accepted.

• It cannot be delegated.

• It flows downward.

Answer 1

It flows downward.

Explanation - 

The accountability part of delegation refers to a subordinate's responsibility to his superior for the job or task that has been allocated to him. The upward flow of accountability means that the subordinate is accountable to the superior.