**Question 27 (3 points)**In flatter organizations, employees:- have greater autonomy- will always choose flexible work hours- are confused about who is responsible**Question 28 (3 points)**One common everyday object, Post-It Notes, was invented by 3M, Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing. The company allows employees to spend 15% of their time on their own ideas. No graphs or diagrams are present in the image.

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Question 27 (3 points) In flatter organizations, employees have greater autonomy will always choose flexible work hours are confused about who is responsible

Understanding Business

12th Edition

ISBN:9781259929434

Author:William Nickels

Publisher:William Nickels

Chapter1: Taking Risks And Making Profits Within The Dynamic Business Environment

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1CE

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