Which of the following is consistent with a simple structure?
A)high horizontal differentiation
B)high centralisation
C)high departmentalisation
D)high formalisation

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A simple structure is characterized by low levels of departmentalization, formalization and centralization. Therefore, high centralization (B) is consistent with a simple structure. High horizontal differentiation (A) means there are many different job roles across the same hierarchical level, which is not consistent with a simple structure. High departmentalization (C) means the organization is divided into many departments, which is not consistent with a simple structure. High formalization (D) means there are many rules, procedures, and regulations, which is not consistent with a simple structure.

Which of the Following Is Consistent with a Simple Structure