Which of the following is the best example of a decentralized operation?

A) one owner who prepares, plans, and makes decisions for the entire company
B) each unit is responsible for its own operations and decision making
C) in a major company, operating decisions are made by top management
D) None of these choices

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Simoni Eliodorio · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  A decentralized operation is one where decision-making authority is dispersed among different levels or units of the organization. Option B states that each unit is responsible for its own operations and decision making, which is the best example of a decentralized operation. Options A and C describe centralized operations where decision-making authority is concentrated at the top level of the organization. Option D is not a valid choice.

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