What is the diagrammatic representation of a firm's formal organizational structure called?

• A. Organizational chart
• B. Responsibility
• C. Flowchart
• D. Network diagram

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is understanding how a firm’s formal structure is shown visually. This diagrammatic representation is called an organizational chart. It uses boxes (or shapes) for roles or positions and lines to show who reports to whom, outlining the chain of command and levels of management. This helps clarify authority, responsibility, and the span of control across the organization.

A flowchart, in contrast, maps the steps in a process, not the formal reporting relationships. A network diagram shows interconnections between elements but isn’t the standard way to depict a formal hierarchy. A responsibility concept focuses on duties rather than the diagram of the structure.