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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