Indicate Whether Each of the Following Is More Descriptive of Centralized

question 47

Short Answer

Indicate whether each of the following is more descriptive of centralized (C)or decentralized (D)decision-making.
____ 1. Decision-makers may not fully understand organizational goals and strategies
____ 2. Decisions are more easily made for the benefit of the overall organization
____ 3. Decisions are made by individuals with the greatest knowledge
____ 4. Good for organizations with stable and less complex operations
____ 5. Lack of coordination among subunits may lead to duplication in efforts
____ 6. Although less monitoring of decisions is usually needed, more monitoring of employee effort is necessary.
____ 7. Managers are motivated more often through incentive contracting rather than by monitoring
____ 8. Poor quality decisions due to lack of information
____ 9. More timely decision-making
____ 10. Upper management can focus on organizational strategies

Distinguish between the aims of medical research and therapy and the ethical tensions they create.

Understand the ethical arguments regarding the use of genetic information in reproductive decisions.

Recognize the legal status and implications of genetic screening and reproductive choices.

Understand the potential and limitations of embryonic stem cells in treating diseases.

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