Which of the Following Is a Difference Between a Line

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a difference between a line function and a staff function? 

A)  ​A line function does not contribute directly to creating a company's products, whereas a staff function contributes directly to creating a company's products. 
B)  ​A line function includes accounting, human resources, or legal services, whereas a staff function includes activities that take place within the manufacturing and marketing departments. 
C)  ​A line function can only be exercised by employees at the lower levels of the chain of command, whereas a staff function empowers employees on every level. 
D)  ​A line function contributes directly to selling a company's products, whereas a staff function does not contribute directly to selling a company's products but instead supports line activities.