Which of the Following Is True of the Scalar Principle

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of the scalar principle?

• A) The scalar process implies that there should be no shortcuts.
• B) It is also called unity of command.
• C) It refers to the number of subordinates a manager can effectively manage.
• D) It states that authority in the organization flows through the chain of managers one link at a time.
• E) Circumventing the scalar principle facilitates transfer of relevant information.

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