Diffusion of Authority and Power Throughout Several Entities in the Executive

question 20

Multiple Choice

Diffusion of authority and power throughout several entities in the executive branch is referred to as what type of executive?

• A) Single
• B) Dual
• C) Plural
• D) Chief

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Definitions:

Competitive Advantage

The attributes that allow an organization to outperform its competitors, such as superior quality, innovation, cost structure, or customer service.

Market Segment

A subgroup of people or organizations sharing one or more characteristics that cause them to have similar product needs.

Strategic Control

An attempt to make sure that strategies are well implemented and that poor strategies are scrapped or modified.

Top Management

The highest tier of executives and decision-makers in an organization, responsible for setting strategic directions and policies.