Match the following:

1-C, 2-B, 3-D, 4-A

Directing - Flows from top to bottom: Directing is first initiated at top level and flows to the bottom through organizational hierarchy. It means that every manager can direct his immediate subordinate and take instructions from his immediate boss.

Directing - Continuous process: Directing is a continuous activity. It takes place throughout the life of the organization irrespective of people occupying managerial positions. Managers may change but the directing process continues because without direction the organizational activities cannot continue further.

Directing - Take place at every level of management: Every manager, from top executive to supervisor performs the function of directing. The directing takes place wherever superior – subordinate relations exist.

Directing - Key managerial function: Directing is a key managerial function. A manager has to perform this function along with planning, organizing, staffing and controlling while discharging his duties in the organization. While other functions prepare a setting for action, directing initiates action in the organization.