Which of the following refers to the number of employees reporting to a supervisor?
A) Line of authority
B) Span of management
C) Chain of command
D) Management chain
E) Delegation

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Span of management refers to the number of employees reporting to a supervisor. Line of authority refers to the path of communication and authority from the top of the organization to the bottom. Chain of command refers to the hierarchy of authority within an organization. Management chain is not a commonly used term in management theory. Delegation refers to the process of assigning tasks and responsibilities down the line of authority.

Which of the Following Refers to the Number of Employees