Which of the following is a disadvantage of a functional type of organizational structure?

A. Decision making is centralized at the top of the organization.
B. Use of managerial and technical talent is inefficient due to pooling of expertise in functional areas.
C. Managers tend to be overly concerned with long-term strategies that minimize the importance of functional area strengths.
D. Differences in functional orientation may impede communication and coordination.


Answer: D

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