The evolution of the functional structure:
A) is attributed primarily to Fayol.
B) stems from the work of Weber.
C) builds on the ideas of Follett.
D) can be traced to Taylor's work.

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The simplest and most common type of organisational structure even for modern organisations is the functional structure, where departmentalisation is based on specialised functions such as operations, marketing, finance and personnel. The evolution of the functional structure can be traced to Taylor's work.

The Evolution of the Functional Structure