Administrative intensity is the
A) ratio of staff positions to line positions.
B) degree to which the staff has functional authority.
C) degree to which the staff uses compulsory advice.
D) number of line positions divided by the number of staff positions.
E) amount of line authority granted to the staff.

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Administrative intensity is the ratio of staff positions to line positions. It measures the degree to which an organization relies on support and administrative functions compared to its primary production or service functions. Therefore, option A is the correct choice.

Administrative Intensity Is the