ACCA BT · Chapter 9 · Question 3 of 11
Fayol's principle of 'unity of command' states which of the following?
Test yourself: pick an answer
Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: A) Each employee should receive orders from only one superior
Explanation
Unity of command means each employee reports to and takes orders from one boss, avoiding conflicting instructions. A clear line of authority from top to bottom is the scalar chain, and directing activities with the same objective under one plan is unity of direction.
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