In the context of organizational authority, which of the following statements best defines a staff function?
A) It is the right to command immediate subordinates in the chain of command.
B) It is the right to advise but not command others who are not subordinates in the chain of command.
C) It is an activity that contributes directly to creating or selling a company's products.
D) It is an activity that does not contribute directly to creating or selling a company's products but instead supports line activities.

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A staff function is an activity that does not directly create or sell a company's products, but instead supports the line activities that do. Staff roles include functions such as human resources, IT, accounting, and legal departments, which provide support to the organization but do not have the authority to command immediate subordinates in the chain of command.

In the Context of Organizational Authority, Which of the Following