The Downsizing That Has Occurred in Recent Years Has ________

question 10

Multiple Choice

The downsizing that has occurred in recent years has ________ middle managers in many organizations.

• A) increased the number of
• B) eliminated the jobs of some
• C) strengthened the control of
• D) increased the importance of

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Definitions:

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