Which of These Statements About Decentralization Is FALSE

question 108

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements about decentralization is FALSE?

• A)Organizations decentralize as they grow larger.
• B)Different degrees of decentralization can occur simultaneously in different parts of the organization.
• C)Organizations operating in diverse environments are more effective when they centralize decision making.
• D)Optimal level of decentralization depends on several contingencies.
• E)Large organizations that remain centralized tend to become less responsive to the external environment.

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