Compared with Divisionalized Structures,functional Structures Are Known To

question 79

Multiple Choice

Compared with divisionalized structures,functional structures are known to:

• A)create better economies of scale.
• B)be more responsive to local markets or clients.
• C)encourage employees to focus on the organization's superordinate goals.
• D)reduce conflict and coordination problems across work units.
• E)do all of the these things.

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