Due to More Emphasis on Empowerment and More Talented and Better-Educated

question 359

Multiple Choice

Due to more emphasis on empowerment and more talented and better-educated lower-level management, span of control in organizations has ________.

• A) increased
• B) decreased
• C) become an obsolete term in organization design
• D) led to tall organizations

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Definitions:

Regular Time Cost

The cost associated with normal operating hours or work performed during standard working times, excluding overtime or premium pay rates.

Varying Inventory Levels

Adjusting the amount of stock on hand to meet changing demand conditions or to maximize operational efficiency.

Back Ordering

Refers to the process of accepting and processing orders for currently out-of-stock goods to be fulfilled when the stock is replenished.

Services

Activities or benefits provided to consumers or businesses that do not result in the ownership of tangible goods.