Match the options below with the correct phrases:
-span of control
A)a manager's ability to exert influence
B)the official organizational structure
C)the establishment of one authority figure for each task
D)the department with authority to help, assist, guide, and serve
E)George Washington's reply, "I can not tell a lie, I did chop down the cherry tree."
F)the department associated with the core of work
G)Tom reports to Mary, Mary reports to John, John reports...
H)first-line supervisors making important organizational decisions
I)a total of seven subordinates report to the department chairperson
J)various departments dispersed throughout the city, state, or nation

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Span of control refers to the number of subordinates a manager has direct authority over, exemplified by a department chairperson having seven direct reports.

Match the Options Below with the Correct Phrases