Two Divisions of a Company Decide to Use the Same

question 37

Multiple Choice

Two divisions of a company decide to use the same manufacturing facilities to capitalize on the organization's excess capacity and to reduce the fixed costs assigned by corporate headquarters. This is an example of

• A)diversification.
• B)merger.
• C)consolidation.
• D)synergy.

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Definitions:

Production-oriented Leadership

A leadership style focused primarily on efficiency, output, and meeting organizational goals often at the expense of employee relations and satisfaction.

Written Rules

Explicit, documented guidelines that govern behavior and procedures within an organization.

Supervision

The process of directing, monitoring, and guiding individuals or activities to ensure that goals and standards are met.

Leadership Grid

An approach to understanding a leader’s or manager’s concern for results (production) and concern for people.