Which of the following is a potential disadvantage of division of labour?
A) Slower response to environmental changes
B) Organisational flexibility
C) Decreased potential for conflict, both constructive and destructive
D) Greater isolation of employees
E) All of these are potential disadvantages of division of labour.

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Division of labour can lead to greater isolation of employees because they are only responsible for a specific task, which can hinder communication and collaboration with other employees. A is incorrect because division of labour can actually lead to faster response to environmental changes due to the specialization of tasks. B is incorrect because division of labour can decrease organisational flexibility as employees become more specialized and may not have the skills or knowledge to perform other tasks. C is incorrect because division of labour can increase potential for conflict as employees become more interdependent on each other and may compete for resources or recognition. Therefore, the correct answer is D.

Which of the Following Is a Potential Disadvantage of Division