Arrange the following steps of organizing process in the correct sequence:

(A) Duty assignment

(B) Dividing work into manageable activities

(C) The activities of a similar nature are grouped together.

(D) Creating authority and responsibility relationship

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(B), (C), (A), (D)

The correct answer is option 3- (B), (C), (A), (D).

(B) Dividing work into manageable activities- The first step in the process of organising involves identifying and dividing the work that has to be done in accordance with previously determined plans. The work is divided into manageable activities so that duplication can be avoided and the burden of work can be shared among the employees.

(C) The activities of a similar nature are grouped together- Once work has been divided into small and manageable activities then those activities which are similar in nature are grouped together. Such sets facilitate specialisation. This grouping process is called departmentalisation. Departments can be created using several criteria as a basis.

(A) Duty assignment- It is necessary to define the work of different job positions and accordingly allocate work to various employees. Once departments have been formed, each of them is placed under the charge of an individual. Jobs are then allocated to the members of each department in accordance to their skills and competencies. It is essential for effective performance that a proper match is made between the nature of a job and the ability of an individual. The work must be assigned to those who are best fitted to perform it well.

(D) Creating authority and responsibility relationship- Merely allocating work is not enough. Each individual should also know who he has to take orders from and to whom he is accountable. The establishment of such clear relationships helps to create a hierarchal structure and helps in coordination amongst various departments.