Which of the Following Is True of Functional Departmentalization

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of functional departmentalization?

• A) It allows employees to identify with a particular product and thus develop esprit de corps.
• B) It reduces conflict among different departments striving for different goals.
• C) It allows for specialization within functions.
• D) It results in an inefficient use of equipment and resources, and potential diseconomies of scale.
• E) Under this system, employees locked into their functions will have an unrestricted view of the organization.

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Definitions:

Detailed Instructions

Detailed instructions refer to explicit, step-by-step guidance provided to ensure a task is performed accurately and efficiently.

Low-context Cultures

Cultures where communication is explicit, messages are expressed directly, and less interpretation is based on context or non-verbal cues.

Incompetent Employee

A worker who lacks the skills, abilities, or knowledge required to perform job duties satisfactorily.

Absenteeism

The frequent absence of an employee from work, which can negatively impact productivity and morale in the workplace.