All of the following statements are true of line units EXCEPT that they:
A) have a greater likelihood of leading to promotion to higher level positions.
B) typically have more power and greater status in a company.
C) typically include the sales, operations, and finance functions within a company.
D) provide specialized expertise and services in an advisory or support capacity.
E) have direct line authority for conducting the major business of a company.

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Line units are directly involved in the core activities of a business, such as sales, production, and operations, rather than providing specialized expertise and services in an advisory or support capacity, which is characteristic of staff units.

All of the Following Statements Are True of Line Units