Decentralized Firms Can Delegate Authority by Structuring an Organization into Responsibility

question 5

Multiple Choice

Decentralized firms can delegate authority by structuring an organization into responsibility centers. Which of the following organizational segments is most like a totally independent, standalone business where managers are expected to "make it on their own"?

• A) Cost center.
• B) Revenue center.
• C) Profit center.
• D) Investment center.
• E) Contribution center.

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