A multidivisional structure consists of a
A)centralized structure combining corporate overhead with support functions.
B)decentralized structure with of a set of operating divisions organized along business, product, customer groups or geographic lines, and a central corporate headquarters that allocates resources, provides support functions, and monitors divisional activities.
C)decentralized structure or divisional structure that monitors performance and allocates funding to those divisions wanting to grow.
D)decentralized format of senior executives with large overhead staff to manage and control all the business lines.
E)centralized structure that controls the coordination across the more diversified and complex functions within the organization.

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A multidivisional structure is a decentralized structure consisting of operating divisions that are organized along business, product, customer groups, or geographic lines. These divisions have their own functional structures, and each operates as a semi-autonomous unit with its own goals, strategies, and resources. The central corporate headquarters allocates resources, provides support functions, and monitors divisional activities, but the divisions have a great deal of autonomy in decision making. This structure is also known as a divisional structure.

A Multidivisional Structure Consists of a