Having separate payroll departments in each division of a divisional structure is an example of which of the following?
A)Effectiveness, because separate payroll departments create jobs
B)Efficiency, because separate payroll departments can share methods of operation
C)Duplication, because a single payroll department could do the job
D)Efficiency, because payroll departments compete

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This situation illustrates duplication because a single payroll department could handle payroll duties for all divisions, and having separate departments in each division is redundant. This may result in unnecessary expenses and inefficiencies.

Having Separate Payroll Departments in Each Division of a Divisional