With a ______ Structure, the Organization Has a Central Core

question 113

Multiple Choice

With a ______ structure, the organization has a central core of key functions and outsources others to vendors who can do them cheaper or faster.

• A)hollow
• B)matrix
• C)spine
• D)hybrid
• E)mechanistic

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Definitions:

Factory Overhead Costs

Expenses related to the day-to-day operations of a factory that are not directly tied to a specific product, such as utilities, depreciation, and maintenance.

Period Costs

Expenses that are recognized in the income statement when incurred, instead of being tied to inventory, include utilities and rent for office space.

Selling Expenses

Costs incurred directly and indirectly in selling products or services, including advertising, sales staff salaries, and commission.

Administrative Expenses

Expenses that relate to the general operation of a company and do not directly tie to production activities, such as office supplies and salaries of administrative personnel.