Advantages of Decentralization Include All of the Following EXCEPT

question 35

Multiple Choice

Advantages of decentralization include all of the following EXCEPT

• A)divisional management is able to react to changing market conditions more rapidly than top management.
• B)divisional management is a source of personnel for promotion to top management positions.
• C)decentralization can motivate divisional managers.
• D)decentralization permits divisional management to concentrate on firmwide problems and long-range planning.

Determine the cost of goods manufactured.

Understand the components and structure of the manufacturing statement.

Distinguish between product and period costs, and understand their impact on financial statements.

Identify the role and elements of an internal control system within a manufacturing environment.

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