In the context of Mintzberg's organizational structures, which of the following statements is true of the simple structure?

A) It emphasizes strong centralization of decision making in the upper echelon.
B) It has a big technical and support staff.
C) It has extensive middle-level management.
D) It involves maximum vertical differentiation of authority.

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taskeen malek · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  The simple structure in Mintzberg's organizational structures emphasizes strong centralization of decision making, typically in the hands of the top manager or a small management team, allowing for quick decisions and direct supervision.

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