Which organizational structure deliberately violates the single Unity of Command principle by utilizing dual report lines (functional and project managers)?
AFunctional Structure
BDivisional Structure
CMatrix Structure
DNetwork Structure
Explanation
• A Matrix Structure overlays project-based teams onto functional departments, resulting in a dual chain of command where employees report to two managers simultaneously.
• It enhances cross-functional flexibility and resource efficiency, but can introduce power struggles and role ambiguity.
• When an exam question mentions ‘dual chain of command’ or ‘two bosses’, it almost always points to Matrix Structure.
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Organizational Structure
- Subtopic: Matrix Structure

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