Holding Organizational Size Constant, a Tall Organization ________ Than a Flat

question 227

Multiple Choice

Holding organizational size constant, a tall organization ________ than a flat organization.

• A)has fewer hierarchical levels
• B)is less formalized
• C)has smaller spans of control
• D)is less centralized
• E)has better vertical communication and coordination

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Definitions:

Time Preference

The degree to which individuals value present goods or satisfaction over future goods or satisfaction.

Real Rate

The rate of interest an investor expects to receive after allowing for inflation.

Inflationary Premium

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Economic Efficiency

A state in which resources are allocated in the most effective way possible to meet consumers' needs and wants, maximizing output without wasting any resources.