Which of the Following Is Most Characteristic of Mechanistic Organizations

question 112

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is most characteristic of mechanistic organizations?

• A)wide spans of control
• B)cross-functional teams
• C)decentralization
• D)high formalization

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