Narrow spans of control are most likely in companies with a(n):
A) Clan culture
B) Market culture
C) Hierarchical culture
D) Adhocracy culture
E) Network structure

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In a hierarchical culture, there is a clear chain of command and decision-making authority is centralized at the top. This type of culture lends itself to narrow spans of control, as managers have a limited number of subordinates reporting to them. In contrast, clan and adhocracy cultures tend to have wider spans of control, while market cultures prioritize results over hierarchy and may have a mix of narrow and wide spans of control. The network structure is not necessarily related to span of control, as it can vary depending on the specific organization and its communication and decision-making processes.

Narrow Spans of Control Are Most Likely in Companies with A(n)