Which of the Following Is an Advantage of Functional Departmentalizing

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an advantage of functional departmentalizing?

• A) facilitates coordination between various functions
• B) facilitates assigning of blame when a product performs poorly
• C) allows firms to pool human resources for both short-term and long-term projects
• D) promotes consistency in how functions are carried out
• E) facilitates differentiation of strategy across different segments

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Definitions:

Cost Trade-offs

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Logistics System

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Forming a significant emotional connection with someone outside one’s committed relationship, considered a form of betrayal.

Sexual Infidelity

Engaging in a sexual activity with someone other than one's partner, violating the expectations or agreements of a monogamous relationship.