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Which principle emphasizes that routine decisions should be taken by subordinates, while problems involving unusual matters and policy decisions should be referred to higher levels?
Which principle emphasizes that routine decisions should be taken by subordinates, while problems involving unusual matters and policy decisions should be referred to higher levels?
- Principle of exception (correct)
- Scalar principle
- Delegation
- Unity of command
What is the primary disadvantage of dual subordination according to the text?
What is the primary disadvantage of dual subordination according to the text?
- Increased discipline
- Enhanced communication
- Higher efficiency
- Uneasiness and disorder (correct)
Which concept ensures that each subordinate has only one supervisor to obey?
Which concept ensures that each subordinate has only one supervisor to obey?
- Principle of exception
- Unity of command (correct)
- Scalar principle
- Delegation
Why is division of work important in an organization?
Why is division of work important in an organization?
What happens when there is a lack of unity of command in an organization?
What happens when there is a lack of unity of command in an organization?
How does authority and responsibility relate to each other in a management setting?
How does authority and responsibility relate to each other in a management setting?
What is the primary advantage of maintaining unity of command in an organization?
What is the primary advantage of maintaining unity of command in an organization?
In the context of authority flow, what is the main disadvantage of a highly centralized organization?
In the context of authority flow, what is the main disadvantage of a highly centralized organization?
What is the role of staff executives in maintaining a balanced level of centralization and decentralization in an organization?
What is the role of staff executives in maintaining a balanced level of centralization and decentralization in an organization?
How does the scalar chain concept impact organizational communication?
How does the scalar chain concept impact organizational communication?
