Nathan is the CEO of an organization that is located all over the United States. Because there are different needs across the United States, he has grouped his employees in regions: East Coast, Central, and West Coast. He realizes that he is duplicating a few tasks within the organization, such as accounting and human resources, but it is the best structure for him at this time. Nathan is using which type of organizational structure?
A) divisional
B) dimple
C) matrix
D) functional

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Nathan is using a divisional organizational structure, which groups employees based on geographic regions, products, or services. This allows for focus on specific regional needs but can lead to duplication of functions like accounting and human resources in each division.

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