The Span of Control for a Manager

question 282

Multiple Choice

The span of control for a manager

• A) should never exceed 7 subordinates.
• B) is no longer a relevant issue in today's computerized offices.
• C) depends on a number of factors, and can vary from one manager to another.
• D) varies somewhat from manager to manager, but most managers operate best with a span of control of about 9 employees.

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