Which of the Following Is a Difference Between a Line

question 27

Multiple Choice

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 on 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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Definitions:

Voucher Register

A record-keeping system that logs all vouchers issued and paid by a business, detailing payments to suppliers and services.

Date Of Payment

The date the dividend is paid.

Purchases Credit

A transaction type where goods or services are bought on account, with payment to be made at a future date, usually within an agreed period.

Voucher System

A method of accounting in which each transaction is documented with a voucher, ensuring that every payment is authorized and accounted for properly.