Which of the Following Determines the Degree of Decentralization of a Firm

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following determines the degree of decentralization of a firm?

• A) the degree to which lower-level management is empowered to make decisions
• B) the chain of command used to follow the flow of authority from top of the hierarchy to the lowest levels
• C) the geographical area served by the firm's operations
• D) the degree of product standardization desired by the marketplace

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Definitions:

Complementary Product

Products that enhance the value or utility of another product when used together.

Demand Management

The process of forecasting, planning, and controlling demand for products and services to optimize supply chain performance.

Staff Training Centre

A facility dedicated to the development and enhancement of employees' skills and knowledge, aiming at improving performance and productivity.

CPR

Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation, a lifesaving technique aimed at reviving someone who has stopped breathing or whose heart has ceased to function.