In the presence of which of the following conditions should the span of control be wide?
A) Tasks are not clearly defined and instructions are ambiguous.
B) Subordinates are poorly trained.
C) Employees' access to information is restricted.
D) Jobs are similar, and performance measures are comparable.
E) Subordinates prefer close supervisory control to autonomy.

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When jobs are similar and performance measures are comparable, a wide span of control is appropriate as it allows for efficient supervision and performance comparison. The other options would generally require a narrower span of control to provide more individualized guidance and support.

In the Presence of Which of the Following Conditions Should