One of the Defining Characteristics of a Functional Organizational Structure

question 115

Multiple Choice

One of the defining characteristics of a functional organizational structure is that it

• A)has a narrow span of control and high degree of formalization and centralization.
• B)is an alliance of several organizations for the purpose of creating a product or serving a client.
• C)is the only structure that organizes employees around specific knowledge or other resources.
• D)overlays two organizational structures in order to leverage the benefits of both types of structure.
• E)uses self-directed work teams rather than individuals as the basic building block of organizations.

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Definitions:

Glycoprotein

Glycoproteins are proteins that have sugar molecules attached to them, playing crucial roles in cell-cell recognition and immune responses.

Covalently Linked

Atoms connected by covalent bonds, where they share one or more pairs of electrons to achieve stability.

Integral Proteins

Proteins that are permanently attached to the membrane, playing critical roles in cell signaling, structure, and transport.

Lipid Bilayer

A double-layered structure formed by lipids that constitutes the main component of all cell membranes, providing barrier and structural integrity to cells.