A Management Principle That Holds That a Supervisor Can Effectively

question 31

Multiple Choice

A management principle that holds that a supervisor can effectively oversee only a limited number of subordinates is known as .

• A) chain of command
• B) span of control
• C) circle of control
• D) unity of command

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Definitions:

Functional Departmentation

The process of organizing an organization's structure into departments based on specific functions or tasks, such as marketing, finance, operations, etc.

Product Departmentation

An organizational structure where departments are created based on the products or product lines they manage or produce.

Strengths

The inherent capabilities or positive qualities that an individual possesses, which are beneficial for performing certain tasks or solving problems.

Organizational Customers

Entities, such as businesses, governments, or non-profits, that purchase goods or services from another organization for internal use, resale, or to support their operations.