Which of the Following Is Considered a Disadvantage of Decentralization

question 93

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is considered a disadvantage of decentralization?

• A)Upper-level managers with more knowledge about lower-level managers' areas of responsibility are further away from the day-to-day decisions.
• B)Decentralization does not foster managerial expertise since upper-level managers manage less.
• C)Decentralization does not empower upper-level managers to focus on strategy because they are too busy managing lower-level managers.
• D)Lower-level managers may have an opportunity to make decisions in their own best interest without considering the overall health of the company.

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