The Optimal Span of Control Should Be Wide When Which

question 84

Multiple Choice

The optimal span of control should be wide when which one of the following factors is present?

• A) The work is ambiguous.
• B) Subordinates are untrained and do not have access to much information.
• C) The manager has just taken over the position.
• D) Jobs are similar.
• E) Subordinates prefer close supervisory control.

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