An organization that uses formal, top-down reporting is using which type of organizational structure?
a. centralization c. hierarchical structure
b. decentralization d. organizational chart
C
The structure of an organization is communicated by means of an organizational chart. A hierarchical organization structure is a formal, top-down reporting structure. Centralization and decentralization refer to the degree to which an organization has spread its lines of power, authority, and communication.
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