The First Ionization Energies of the Elements __________ as You

question 40

Multiple Choice

The first ionization energies of the elements __________ as you go from left to right across a period of the periodic table, and __________ as you go from the bottom to the top of a group in the table.

• A)increase, increase
• B)increase, decrease
• C)decrease, increase
• D)decrease, decrease
• E)are completely unpredictable

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Definitions:

Spans of Control

Refers to the number of subordinates a supervisor or manager can effectively manage and oversee.

Divided Labour

The breakdown of work into smaller, specialized tasks to increase efficiency, also known as division of labor.

Coordinate

To organize different elements or activities efficiently so they work well together and achieve a desired outcome.

Highly Centralized

A structural approach in organizations where decision-making authority is concentrated at the top levels of management.