Which of the Following Determines the Degree of Decentralization a Firm

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following determines the degree of decentralization a firm might use?

• A)The degree to which lower level management is empowered to make decisions.
• B)The degree of product standardization desired by the marketplace.
• C)The chain of command used to follow the flow of authority from the top of the hierarchy to the lowest levels.
• D)The geographical area served by the firm's operations.

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