Which of the Following Structures Is the Leanest of All

question 105

Multiple Choice

Which of the following structures is the leanest of all organization forms because little supervision is required?

• A) Functional approach
• B) Virtual network approach
• C) Team approach
• D) Matrix approach
• E) Divisional approach

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Definitions:

Single Plantwide Rate

A method of allocating manufacturing overhead to products using one uniform overhead rate throughout the entire plant or factory.

Product B

A generic term used to refer to a particular product or category of products being discussed or analyzed.

Estimated Overhead

An approximation of the ongoing operational costs not directly tied to production, used for budgeting and pricing.

Single Plantwide Factory Overhead Rate

A method of allocating overhead costs to products based on a single predetermined rate, typically used in manufacturing environments where production processes are similar.