Brandon Holds a Staff Management Position with General Mills

Multiple Choice

Brandon holds a staff management position with General Mills.His position can best be described as

A) part of the chain of command and supporting top management.
B) not part of the chain of command but having authority over his subordinates.
C) not part of the chain of command and not having authority over any other employees.
D) in the chain of command and having authority over his department.
E) having advisory authority and line authority within the organization.