Which of the following makes the top management team a key to an organization's success?

A) Greater variance in age among the top management
B) Higher pay for members in the top management
C) Large number of members in the top management
D) The ability to exert power and influence throughout the entire organization

Top Management Team

A group of individuals at the highest level of organizational management who have the day-to-day responsibilities of managing a company or corporation.

Exert Power

The act of using one's authority or influence to affect outcomes or the behavior of others within various contexts, such as organizations or relationships.