Which term means 'absolute in power or authority'?

• A. Centralization
• B. Democratic
• C. Decentralization
• D. Autocratic

Answer: (C)

Absolute in power or authority is described by autocratic. Autocratic leadership means one person holds full control and makes decisions with little or no input from others, showing unchecked authority. Centralization focuses on concentrating decision-making at a central point, but doesn’t necessarily imply the leader has absolute personal power. Decentralization spreads authority to lower levels, reducing one-person supremacy. Democratic refers to rule by the people or by consensus, not absolute power. A manager who makes all policies unilaterally without consulting others illustrates autocratic authority.