The set of relationships that indicates who gives directions to whom and who reports to whom is known as the ______.
A) hierarchy of organizational objectives
B) span of management
C) organization chart
D) chain of command

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The term "chain of command" refers specifically to the set of relationships that show who gives directions to whom and who reports to whom. This term is used to describe the formal structure of authority and communication within an organization. Choices A, B, and C are related to organizational structure, but do not specifically refer to the relationships within the chain of command.

The Set of Relationships That Indicates Who Gives Directions to Whom