The assignment of work to groups of departments where individuals are collectively responsible for performance is referred to as:
A)Horizontal specialization
B)Vertical specialization
C)Lateral specialization
D)Parallel specialization

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Vertical specialization assigns work to groups or departments where individuals are collectively responsible for performance. Vertical specialization also is characterized by distinct differences between levels in the hierarchy such that those higher up are accorded much more status than those farther down, and the overall structure usually is quite tall.

The Assignment of Work to Groups of Departments Where Individuals