Which of the Following Is a Disadvantage of Decentralization

question 200

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a disadvantage of decentralization?

• A) It results in increased customer response time.
• B) It allows only the top management to make decisions.
• C) It does not motivate employees because the decision-making powers are not delegated.
• D) It results in problems with achieving goal congruence.

Calculate a mutual fund's turnover ratio.

Distinguish between mutual funds and hedge funds.

Understand the differences between various types of investment funds and their strategies.

Calculate the return on investments in mutual funds considering front-end loads, expense ratios, and performance.

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Regulatory Policies

Rules or guidelines issued by governmental agencies to control or direct economic or social activities.

Negative Externalities

Economic activities that impose a cost on third parties who are not directly involved in the activity, such as pollution.

Noise-Control Regulations

Laws or policies implemented to limit the amount of noise pollution in an environment, aiming to protect public health and well-being.

Sawmill

A facility where logs are cut into lumber by machine, converting raw timber into boards and other forms of wood usable for construction.