A functional structure or unitary structure (or U-forms as they are sometimes called)are organized:
A) with a central executive handling all major decisions.
B) to lighten the load of senior executives so they can concentrate on value chain action agendas.
C) specifically to manage unrelated diversification opportunities.
D) into functional departments,with departmental managers who report to the CEO and small corporate staff.
E) are top heavy,with senior executives forming a central office of the chairman.

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A functional structure or unitary structure is organized into functional departments, each headed by a departmental manager who reports to the CEO. This allows for clear lines of authority and specialization of tasks within the organization. The small corporate staff supports these departments, rather than centralizing decision-making in a single executive or office. Option A and E do not accurately describe the structure, option B may relate to a different organizational approach, and option C is not a primary purpose of a functional structure.

A Functional Structure or Unitary Structure (Or U-Forms as They