Span of Control Is a Key Element of an Organization's

question 75

Multiple Choice

Span of control is a key element of an organization's structure. Which of the following key questions is addressed by this element?

• A) On what basis will jobs be grouped together?
• B) To whom do individuals and groups report?
• C) To what degree will there be rules and regulations to direct employees and managers?
• D) How many individuals can a manager efficiently and effectively direct?
• E) To what degree are activities subdivided into separate jobs?

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Definitions:

Freud

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Maslow

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