JAMB Commerce 1999 Question 43

Question 43

Business Management

The line function in a typical manufacturing enterprise is normally performed by the

  1. A.public relations department
  2. B.estate or properties department
  3. C.marketing department
  4. D.legal department.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (marketing department)

Explanation

Line departments do the main work of the firm, such as production and marketing; legal and public relations are staff services.