The Larson and Gobeli study that compared projects that had been managed in a variety of structural types revealed that both new product development and construction projects tended to be least effectively executed when the organizational structure was a:
A) Project matrix.
B) Project organization.
C) Balanced matrix.
D) Functional organization.

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The Larson and Gobeli study found that both new product development and construction projects were least effectively executed when the organizational structure was a functional organization. This is because functional organizations prioritize technical expertise over the ability to manage projects, resulting in a lack of coordination and communication between departments.

The Larson and Gobeli Study That Compared Projects That Had