Which of the following terms represents the number of subordinates that a superior can effectively manage?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → Span of Management
Span of Management (also called Span of Control) refers to the number of subordinates a manager or superior can effectively supervise and control. A wider span means more subordinates under one manager, while a narrower span means fewer subordinates for closer supervision.