Select the term used to describe the process, within the context of Active Directory, that allows a person with higher security privileges to assign authority to a person of lesser security privileges to perform certain tasks.

a) Authority delegation

b) Policy control

c) OU control

d) Delegation of control

Answer: Option A

Explanation: The process in which a senior transfers his or her authority to its subordinates with objective of achieving efficient results in operations is called authority delegation.

In the delegation of authority, both responsibility and authority are transferred tot he subordinates. Thus, if there comes any default or deficiency in work done than the subordinate will be held liable and not the senior.

Hence the correct option is A.