Question

___ is an element of delegation which means being answerable for the final outcome. It cannot be delegated and flows upwards, i.e. a subordinate will be accountable to his superior for the satisfactory performance of a job.

• A. Responsibility
• B. Accountability
• C. Authority
• D. None of these

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Accountability

Accountability is an element of delegation which means being answerable for the final outcome. It cannot be delegated and flows upwards, i.e. a subordinate will be accountable to his superior for the satisfactory performance of a job.