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Statement I: Span of control refers to time taken to complete tasks.

Statement II: It is actually the number of subordinates a supervisor can manage effectively.

AOnly I is correct

BOnly II is correct

CBoth are correct

DBoth are incorrect

Answer:

B. Only II is correct

Read Explanation:

  • Span of control relates to the supervisory capacity, not time.


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