The number of persons reporting directly to a single manager is an organisational issue relating to:

A) span of control.
B) centralisation.
C) line and staff relationships.
D) functional authority.
E) informal structures.

Span of Control

The number of subordinates that a manager or leader can efficiently manage and oversee.

Centralisation

Centralisation is the concentration of authority for most decisions at the top level of an organisation.

Functional Authority

The right granted to individuals or departments to make decisions and issue directives within a specific area of expertise.