TP Pencils Is the Low-Cost Producer of One Type of Standard

question 47

Multiple Choice

TP Pencils is the low-cost producer of one type of standard pencils. Given that it operates in a fairly stable environment, the company focuses on making its product as efficiently as possible. Which of the following approaches to organizational design is likely to be appropriate for TP Pencils?

• A) Multi-divisional
• B) Global
• C) Mechanistic
• D) Matrix
• E) Organic

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Definitions:

Adversarial Arrangements

Situations or agreements where parties involved have opposing interests or are in competition with each other.

Creative Problem Solvers

Individuals or groups who use innovative and imaginative approaches to finding solutions for complex issues or challenges.

Planning

Establishing a broad outline for goals, policies, and procedures that will accomplish the objectives of the organization.