The Span of Control Should Usually Be Smaller at Higher

question 35

Multiple Choice

The span of control should usually be smaller at higher levels in the sales organization because:

• A) Of a need to control variable expenses
• B) Top-level managers should have more time for analysis and decision making
• C) The lower-level people who report to them need an authoritative work environment
• D) Most sales organizations are decentralized
• E) Field selling is viewed as a training ground for future sales or marketing managers

Understand the implications of easy entry and exit in monopolistically competitive markets for firms’ competitive strategies and market power.

Assess the impact of a firm's size relative to the market in monopolistic competition versus other market structures.

Identify the strategic behaviors firms in monopolistically competitive markets may exhibit.

Understand privacy concerns related to the use of technology.

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