A passage states: 'The director may delegate any of her powers to a deputy, except for the authority to terminate permanent employees, which is non-delegable by statute.' A deputy director fires a permanent employee. Which statement BEST describes this action?
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A
It is valid if the director approved it verbally
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B
It is invalid because termination authority cannot be delegated
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C
It is valid because the deputy has broad authority
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D
It is invalid only if the employee appeals