Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Part 3: Business Knowledge for Internal Auditing — Question 108

Which of the following describes a mechanistic organizational structure?

Answer options

• A. Primary direction of communication tends to be lateral
• B. Definition of assigned tasks tends to be broad and general
• C. Type of knowledge required tends to be broad and professional
• D. Reliance on self-control tends to be low

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer, D, indicates that in a mechanistic structure, there is often strict oversight and low reliance on employees to self-manage. Options A, B, and C describe characteristics of organic structures, where communication is more lateral, tasks are broader, and knowledge required is more diverse.