In an organization, _____ may be valuable when departments have different priorities or conflicting goals, which need to be mediated by top management.
A) decentralization
B) wide spans of control
C) external locus of control
D) standardization
E) centralization

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Centralization refers to decision-making authority being concentrated in a few individuals or a single individual at the top of the organization. In situations where departments have different priorities or goals, centralization can help to mediate conflicts and ensure that decisions align with overall organizational objectives.

In an Organization, _____ May Be Valuable When Departments Have