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Management · Q333

Strategic Management

Graduate and Post Graduate · Management · question 333

Q333

What kind of organizational structure combines a vertical chain of command with horizontal reporting requirements?

A.
line authority
B.
matrix
Answer
C.
functional
D.
quality circle

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Matrix kind of organizational structure combines a vertical chain of command with horizontal reporting requirements. Matrix organization represents a middle course. Project and functional organizations exist side by side in a matrix structure. Matrix organizations are combination of vertical as well as horizontal relationships and are extremely useful in meeting the challenges of new and complex problems.