Which of the Following Is a Disadvantage of Decentralization

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a disadvantage of decentralization?

• A) Promotes use of specialized skills and knowledge
• B) Helps business keep closer relationships with customers
• C) May duplicate costs and functions across multiple business units
• D) Helps prepare and train managers at lower levels for higher positions later on

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Definitions:

Plants

Multicellular organisms that typically produce their own food through photosynthesis and have cell walls made of cellulose.

Uptake

The absorption or intake of substances by the cells or biological membranes.

Nutrients

Essential substances that organisms need to acquire from their environment to maintain health, growth, and reproduction.

Water Movement

The process by which water travels from one location to another, which can occur through various methods such as percolation, flow in rivers and streams, or absorption by plants.