Which of the Following Is True with Regard to the Global

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true with regard to the global functional structure?

• A) The global functional structure results in plants that serve widely different markets.
• B) The global functional structure is most advantageous for firms with diversified product lines that have different technological bases and that are aimed at dispersed markets.
• C) The global functional structure is used primarily by large firms with highly decentralized systems.
• D) Foreign operations in a global functional structure are integrated into the activities and responsibilities of each department to economies of scale.

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