Staff Positions in an Organization

question 158

Multiple Choice

Staff positions in an organization

• A) support and assist the line positions.
• B) are superior to line positions.
• C) are less well-paid than line positions.
• D) are ways to employ past CEOs until they retire.

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Definitions:

Chain of Command

The formal line of authority within an organization that dictates who reports to whom, from the highest executive to the lowest rank.

Effective Communication

The exchange of information in a way that is accurately received and understood by all parties involved.

Decode

The process of interpreting or understanding communication signals or symbols.

Communicated Message

The information or content that is conveyed from one individual to another or to a group through verbal or non-verbal means.