Administrative Analyst Practice Exam

Five CAO criteria must be satisfied when establishing work units. Each criterion ensures a different essential dimension: the unit has a clear mission and purpose; it has the authority and resources needed to carry out its duties; roles and responsibilities are defined; there is accountability for performance; and its operations are properly coordinated with other units to avoid duplication or gaps. Meeting all five ensures the unit can operate effectively within the organization’s control environment and align with policy goals. If fewer than five were required, one or more critical aspects could be left unclear or unmet, reducing effectiveness. Requiring more than five would add constraints without additional value, making the process unnecessarily rigid. Therefore, five is the standard number for establishing work units.