Which of the following concept arises from delegated authority?

The correct answer is Option (3) → Responsibility

• Option (1) Authority — Incorrect. Authority is the right to command. It arises from the formal position a person holds.

• Option (2) Power — Incorrect. Power is not one of the three elements of delegation (authority, responsibility and accountability).

• Option (3) Responsibility — Correct. Delegation has three elements: authority, responsibility and accountability. Responsibility arises from delegated authority: when a superior delegates authority, the subordinate gets the duty to do the work given to him properly.

• Option (4) Accountability — Incorrect. Accountability means answering for the result of the task. It arises from responsibility.