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CIMAPRA19-E01-1 Exam - Topic 5 Question 125 Discussion

Which of the following is a possible disadvantage associated with a matrix structure?
A) Dilution of functional authority
B) Flexibility is encouraged
C) Customer orientation is emphasised
D) Exchange of opinions is facilitated

CIMAPRA19-E01-1 Exam - Topic 5 Question 125 Discussion

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Question #: 125
Topic #: 5
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Which of the following is a possible disadvantage associated with a matrix structure?

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Nana
10 hours ago
I think A is the right choice.
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Beckie
6 days ago
I agree, it can make decision-making harder.
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Franklyn
11 days ago
Exactly, A shows how roles can blur in a matrix.
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Na
16 days ago
Customer orientation is great, but not a disadvantage.
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Arlette
21 days ago
I feel like A really captures the downside.
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Pilar
26 days ago
True, but too much flexibility can lead to chaos.
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Audrie
1 month ago
But isn't flexibility a good thing?
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Sang
1 month ago
Yeah, dilution of authority can cause confusion.
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Layla
1 month ago
I think A is the right answer.
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Lettie
2 months ago
Not sure about that, B and C seem beneficial to me.
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Goldie
2 months ago
Totally agree, A is definitely a disadvantage.
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Rosendo
2 months ago
Surprised that some see customer orientation as a downside!
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Thaddeus
2 months ago
I actually think flexibility is a plus, not a disadvantage.
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Billy
2 months ago
A) Dilution of functional authority is a real issue.
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Roxanne
2 months ago
I could be wrong, but I feel like options B and C are more about benefits rather than disadvantages.
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Mari
4 months ago
I practiced a question similar to this, and I think dilution of functional authority was mentioned as a common issue in matrix structures.
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Lavonne
4 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like flexibility being encouraged is more of an advantage than a disadvantage.
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Lawana
4 months ago
I think I remember that a matrix structure can lead to confusion in authority, so A might be the right answer.
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