When managers must be closely involved with their subordinates, they should have a ______ span of control.   

A. flexible
B. wide
C. flat
D. narrow
E. lean


D. narrow

In general, when managers must be closely involved with their subordinates, as when the management duties are complex, they are advised to have a narrow span of control.

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