One of the Reasons for Decentralization Is More Timely Response

question 131

Multiple Choice

One of the reasons for decentralization is more timely response. This means

• A)lower-level managers being more in contact with immediate operating conditions.
• B)central management can be free to focus on strategic planning.
• C)allowing an organization to determine each division's contribution to profit and expose each division to market forces.
• D)local management both makes and implements decisions.

---

Definitions:

Joint Products

The simultaneous production of two or more products from a single process or material, where the products are of significant value but not necessarily the same value.

Sales Revenue

The total amount of money generated from selling goods or services before any expenses are subtracted.

Raw Material

Basic material that is used in the manufacturing process to produce goods, often processed and transformed into finished products.

Cash Outflows

Money that exits a business or an individual's account, typically for payments or purchases.