The simple structure is most widely practiced in small businesses in which ________.
A) the number of employees is between 100 to 150
B) employees are highly skilled
C) the manager and owner are one and the same
D) training budgets are limited
E) managers are hired directly by the company's owner

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The simple structure is characterized by a small organization with a flat organizational hierarchy, low specialization, and a single owner-manager who makes most of the decisions. Therefore, the correct choice is C as it is the only one that fits these criteria. The size of the organization may vary, but it is usually small, and the manager and owner are the same person. The other choices are not necessarily associated with the simple structure.

The Simple Structure Is Most Widely Practiced in Small Businesses