Which of the Following Is a Disadvantage of a Matrix

question 133

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a disadvantage of a matrix structure?

• A) The requirement of adding the team leaders to a matrix structure can result in higher costs.
• B) A matrix structure results in reduced performance accountability through the program, product, or project managers.
• C) Matrix structures are associated with very poor customer service.
• D) A matrix structure stresses that top managers must engage in both lower-level problem as well as more strategic issues.
• E) Matrix structures lead to reduced flexibility in adding, removing, or changing operations to meet changing demands.

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