Organizational size, technology, and environment are:
A)the three dimensions of span of control.
B)three of the four ways to avoid using coordinating mechanisms.
C)three conditions that do not influence a simple structure.
D)the three factors that distinguish a virtual corporation from a network structure.
E)three of the four contingencies of organizational design.

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Most organizational behavior theories and concepts have contingencies; ideas that work well in one situation might not work as well in another situation.This contingency approach is certainly relevant when choosing the most appropriate organizational structure.The four contingencies of organizational design are: external environment, size, technology, and strategy.

Organizational Size, Technology, and Environment Are