The Existence of Which of the Following Factors Would Most

question 168

Multiple Choice

The existence of which of the following factors would most likely make the implementation of a matrix organization design inadvisable?

• A) A need to process large amounts of information
• B) Strong pressure from the environment for more than one structural design
• C) Several similar businesses owned by one corporation
• D) A shortage of personnel with strong marketing skills
• E) A lack of funds to hire adequate staff personnel

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