The Structure of a Corporation Is Often Defined in Terms

question 14

Multiple Choice

The structure of a corporation is often defined in terms of communication, authority, and work flow. Which of the following describes a typical functional structure?

• A) Work is divided into subunits on the basis of areas like manufacturing and marketing.
• B) Most appropriate for large corporations with many product lines in several related industries, with employees acting as specialists attempting to gain synergy among divisional activities.
• C) Most appropriate for small, entrepreneur-dominated company with one or two product lines that operates in a small niche market, with employees acting as jack-of-all trades.
• D) Employees having two or more superiors, a project manager and a functional manager.
• E) Most appropriate for large corporations with many product lines in several unrelated industries, with employees acting as specialists but with no attempt at gaining synergy among the divisions.

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Definitions:

Referral

The act of recommending a person or service to someone else, often used in sales and professional services to acquire new clients.

Curiosity

A strong desire to learn or know something, which can be a driving force in investigative behaviors, innovation, and learning.

Demonstration

A practical exhibition and explanation of how something works or is performed, often used to introduce a new product or service to potential customers.

Introductory

Pertaining to the beginning or initial stage of a process, often used to describe the first offer or presentation of a product to the market.