Factors Affecting Effective Span of Control

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What is one of the key factors that determine effective span?

  • The external and internal environments in which a company operates
  • Subordinates’ willingness to assume responsibility and reasonable risks (correct)
  • Ability to delegate authority and plan effectively
  • The maturity of subordinates

What are some personal capacities that are important for effective span?

  • Delegating authority and planning effectively
  • Comprehending quickly, getting along with people, commanding loyalty and respect (correct)
  • The external and internal environments in which a company operates
  • The type of task and the maturity of subordinates

What can affect the effectiveness of span?

  • The external and internal environments in which a company operates (correct)
  • The type of task and the maturity of subordinates
  • Personal capacities such as comprehending quickly and reducing time with subordinates
  • Subordinates’ willingness to assume responsibility and reasonable risks

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  • Subordinates’ willingness to assume responsibility and reasonable risks are key factors determining effective span.
  • Personal capacities, such as comprehending quickly, getting along with people, commanding loyalty and respect, and reducing time with subordinates, are also important.
  • Ability to delegate authority and plan effectively is also important.
  • The external and internal environments in which a company operates can also affect effective span.
  • The type of task and the maturity of subordinates are also factors.

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