In the Context of Organizational Authority, Which of the Following

question 72

Multiple Choice

In the context of organizational authority, which of the following is a difference between a line function and a staff function?

• A) A line function does not contribute directly to creating a company's products, whereas a staff function contributes directly to creating a company's products.
• B) A line function includes accounting, human resources, or legal services, whereas a staff function includes activities that take place within the manufacturing and marketing departments.
• C) A line function can only be exercised by employees at the lower levels of the chain of command, whereas a staff function empowers employees at every level.
• D) A line function contributes directly to selling a company's products, whereas a staff function does not contribute directly to selling a company's products but instead supports line activities.

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