The Definition of Scalar Principle

question 14

Multiple Choice

The definition of scalar principle

• A) states that individuals should only receive orders from one person.
• B) concerns line and staff, in which authority and responsibility should flow in a direct path from the top people in the organization to the lowest member.
• C) states that decisions that can be routinized should be delegated.
• D) states that managers should supervise a limited number of individuals.
• E) states that as workers become better at their jobs, they can move up the organization ladder to management positions.

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Definitions:

Operating Cash Flow

The cash generated by a company's normal business operations, indicating whether a company is able to generate sufficient positive cash flow to maintain and grow its operations.

Cash Expenses

These are expenses that require an immediate outlay of cash by the business.

Opportunity Cost

The cost of forgoing the next best alternative when making a decision, a fundamental concept in economics and financial decision-making.

Underground Storage

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