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Which management thinker is associated with the acronym POSDCORB, and what does the "Co" stand for in this context?

AHenry Fayol; Coordinating

BLuther Gullick; Coordinating

CHenry Fayol; Commanding

DLuther Gullick; Controlling

Answer:

B. Luther Gullick; Coordinating

Read Explanation:

  • The "Luther Gullick discussed the function of management through the acronym POSDCORB". It then lists the components of the acronym, where "Co" stands for "Co-ordinating". While Henry Fayol is also mentioned, his acronym for management functions is POCCC, and one of the Cs stands for Commanding, not Coordinating.


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