Eric the Redd (Scenario)

question 14

Multiple Choice

Eric the Redd (Scenario)
Eric Redd graduated from college and was hired by a Canadian corporation that manufactures parts for the automotive industry. Eric noticed that the employees on the assembly line seemed bored and their motivation was low. Eric's boss decided to reorganize the workers' jobs to try to increase productivity. Eric enjoys his work assignment in the engineering department but hopes to be promoted to a management position within the next few years.
-In less than two years,Eric is promoted to a management position with five subordinates reporting directly to him.This is an example of which of the following?

• A)chain of authority
• B)increased formalization
• C)hierarchy of responsibility
• D)span of control

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Definitions:

Fiscal Policy

Government policy regarding taxation and spending that is used to influence the economy, including actions to manage the budget deficit or surplus to achieve economic objectives.

Real Output

The measure of goods and services produced in an economy, adjusted for inflation, reflecting the actual value of goods and services.

Money Supply

The total amount of monetary assets available in an economy at a given time.

Prolonged Inflation

An extended period of time during which prices in an economy consistently rise, diminishing purchasing power.