Coordination is most necessary when organisational activities are
Correct answer: D. Interdependent and directed toward a common objective
- A. Completed before organisational planning begins
- B. Performed by one person without shared resources
- C. Unrelated and judged by separate objectives
- D. Interdependent and directed toward a common objective
Explanation
Coordination integrates interdependent efforts so that departments and individuals work toward common organisational objectives. Unrelated activities require less integration, and coordination operates throughout management rather than before planning.
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