A company that is based on a direct flow of authority from the top executive to subordinates is known as a _____ organization.
A)matrix
B)committee
C)line
D)line-and-staff

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A line organization is based on a direct flow of authority from the top executive to subordinates. In this type of organization, decision-making is centralized and the authority and responsibility are clearly defined. There is a clear chain of command and each employee reports to a single supervisor or manager. The other options, matrix, committee and line-and-staff, involve a more complex and interdependent structure of authority, decision-making, and communication.

A Company That Is Based on a Direct Flow of Authority