Managerial Accounting (5th Edition)
Managerial Accounting (5th Edition)
5th Edition
ISBN: 9780134067254
Author: Braun
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 10, Problem 1QC

(Learning Objective 1) Companies often decentralize their operations by

  1. a. product line.
  2. b. customer base.
  3. c. geographic area.
  4. d. all of the above.
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To determine

To identify: On what basis companies often decentralize their operations.

Answer to Problem 1QC

Option d. Companies often decentralize their operations by product line, customer base, and geographic area.

Explanation of Solution

Decentralization means delegation of decision-making authority and responsibility to lower levels. But delegating the authorities can be on several bases. And the one which best suits the organization is selected for that organization.

Now analyzing the given options:

  1. a. Product line is the incorrect option as along with this there are other bases too like customer base and geographic area on which companies can often decentralize their operations.
  2. b. Customer base is the incorrect option as along with this there are other bases too like product line and geographic area on which companies can often decentralize their operations.
  3. c. Geographic area is the incorrect option as along with this there are other bases too like product line and customer base on which companies can often decentralize their operations.
  4. d. All of the above is the correct option as there is not only a single basis on which companies often decentralize their operations but in fact, there are several bases like product line, customer base, geographic area and distribution channel.

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