Formal hierarchy is the least time-consuming coordinating mechanism where employees work in nonroutine and ambiguous situations.

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The statement is incorrect. Formal hierarchy is a time-consuming coordinating mechanism where employees work in routine and standardized situations. Nonroutine and ambiguous situations require more flexible and adaptive coordination mechanisms such as lateral communication, cross-functional teams, or self-managed work teams.

Formal Hierarchy Is the Least Time-Consuming Coordinating Mechanism Where Employees