"Under Schmidt, Google's functional structure was flat, with very few layers in the hierarchy and wide spans of control. In terms of vertical differentiation, what did Google exhibit?

a$.$ Integrated mechanisms

b$.$ Unrelated diversification

c$.$ Centralization

Consider the statement made by a Google spokesperson, $""$Now you are accountable not only for delivering something, but for revising and fixing it$.""$ This statement is an example of which of the following?

a$.$ A control

b$.$ A goal

c$.$ A standard

d$.$ A subgoal

When Page reorganized Google, he took the existing flat structure and added layers in the hierarchy. Which of the following would be expected in the taller hierarchy?

a$.$ The exchange of information will be more reliable, as it is protected from unintentional distortion.

b$.$ Efficiency should increase as the incentive for deliberate distortions of information for personal gains are eliminated.

c$.$ The firm should experience cost savings, specifically in the area of salaries.

d$.$ The firm may face inertia and change could become slower and difficult.

When Page reorganized Google into seven core business units, he was focusing primarily on what d WV$02$ imension of the organization's structure?

a$.$ Vertical differentiation

b$.$ Horizontal differentiation

c$.$ Integrating mechanisms

d$.$ Controls and metrics"