In each of its divisions, 3M now uses a horizontal organizational structure. This means 3M:
A) has reduced its number of organizational levels.
B) uses less delegation than most companies.
C) has a highly centralized middle management.
D) has fewer employees in each division than other companies its size.
E) requires each division to maintain its own profit-and-loss statement.

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A horizontal organizational structure typically means a company has fewer layers of management, which leads to a reduction in the number of organizational levels.

In Each of Its Divisions, 3M Now Uses a Horizontal