A Wider Span of Control Is Possible If

question 10

Multiple Choice

A wider span of control is possible if:

• A) employees manage themselves rather than being coordinated through close supervision.
• B) the company has a high degree of formalization and operates in a complex environment.
• C) the organization has few employees and a tall hierarchy.
• D) the companies do not rely on self-directed teams.
• E) very few people report directly to a manager.

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Definitions:

Freudenberger

Herbert Freudenberger, a psychologist known for his pioneering work on burnout, a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by long-term involvement in emotionally demanding situations.

Burnout

A state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress, often resulting from excessive and sustained work or activity.

Hopelessness

A feeling or state of despair where an individual feels that there are no possibilities for improvement in their situation.

Compassion Fatigue

Emotional distress or apathy resulting from the constant demands of caring for others, often experienced by healthcare professionals.