Question 1

A form of organizational structure based on a formal framework of authority that is carefully outlined and precisely followed is a ____ structure.

Accepted Answer

A)   cluster
B)   matrix
C)   bureaucratic
D)   mature matrix
E)   network

Question 2

Airo Corporation has a traditional structure.It wants to change to a project structure that will allow more interaction among functional groups.Which structure would you suggest?

Accepted Answer

A)   bureaucratic
B)   formal
C)   matrix
D)   informal
E)   cluster

Question 3

An organization is a group of two or more people working together to achieve common set of goals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Probably the most obvious advantage of a matrix structure over the bureaucratic structure is that of

Accepted Answer

A)   added flexibility.
B)   improved motivation.
C)   improved communication within the organization.
D)   more personal growth and development of employees.
E)   lower salary expenses; because people are doing more work, the organization does not need to hire as many people.

Question 5

Many online companies strive to have a corporate culture based on trust and friendship among employees, a strong commitment to the company, and a relaxed and informal atmosphere.This is a ____ culture.

Accepted Answer

A)   communal
B)   fragmented
C)   networked
D)   family
E)   mercenary

Question 6

Brian Smith is in the process of designing the formal organization of his auto-parts store.He has grouped the various positions he employs into manageable units.His next step is to

Accepted Answer

A)   divide the work to be done and assign the parts to positions within the organization.
B)   determine how many subordinates will report to each manager.
C)   distribute responsibility and authority within the organization.
D)   determine the nature and degree of departmentalization.
E)   determine the span of management.

Question 7

The intrapreneur is an employee who takes responsibility for pushing an innovative idea, product, or process through an organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Through informal talks with employees, managers realized employees thought their plant would close, resulting in massive layoffs.A few were already seeking other employment.The managers responded promptly and aggressively to this rumor, assuring employees of the health of the corporation and the reasonable security of their jobs.Your managerial know-how tells you that these managers are attempting to

Accepted Answer

A)   ignore inaccurate information because they know the truth eventually will become known.
B)   respond to inaccurate grapevine information to minimize the damage such misinformation might cause.
C)   eliminate the grapevine.
D)   use the grapevine as a managerial tool.
E)   reduce the credibility of information from the grapevine.

Question 9

It is important that every company use only one departmentalization basis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Wesley is a manager in an organization where a great deal of interaction is required between himself and his workers and new problems arise frequently.Wesley is likely to have

Accepted Answer

A)   a wide span of control.
B)   little authority to delegate.
C)   decentralized power.
D)   departmentalization by consumer.
E)   a narrow span of control.

Question 11

What is the informal organization? Where is it shown on the organization chart?

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Question 12

Mr.Kerr will manage employees throughout the northwestern region of the United States.His employees will consist of most major nationalities and both males and females.In determining his span of control, you should consider which of the following span factors?

Accepted Answer

A)   the percentage of females
B)   the percentage of minorities
C)   the percentage with college degrees
D)   the percentage who do not have college degrees
E)   whether the subordinates are physically located far from one another

Question 13

Which of the following does not prevent managers from delegating?

Accepted Answer

A)   They are so disorganized that they cannot assign work effectively.
B)   They want to make sure the work gets done properly.
C)   They usually have few responsibilities and therefore little to delegate.
D)   They fear that the subordinate will do excellent work and become a threat to the manager.
E)   They know that they are still ultimately responsible for the work.

Question 14

A manager's reluctance to delegate may stem from his or her belief that the subordinate will do the work too well.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Job rotation is the systematic shifting of employees from one job to another.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

In an organization with a ____, a manager is most likely to spend considerable time supervising and working with employees.

Accepted Answer

A)   flat organizational control and wide height span
B)   narrow span of control and tall organizational height
C)   flat organizational height and a wide span of control
D)   wide span of control and a tall organizational height
E)   narrow span of control and flat organizational height

Question 17

A biotechnology company is constantly faced with important decisions that are likely to have severe consequences on the future of the company.The top managers should

Accepted Answer

A)   decentralize decision-making authority.
B)   appoint lawyers to make business decisions.
C)   train first-line managers to make these decisions.
D)   exercise centralized decision-making authority.
E)   consult investors when making important daily decisions.

Question 18

Which organizational structure is also called a virtual organization?

Accepted Answer

A)   matrix
B)   cluster
C)   bureaucratic
D)   network
E)   line

Question 19

A position that is part of the chain of command and shares in the direct responsibility for achieving organizational goals is a(n) _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   management hierarchy
B)   staff management position
C)   ad hoc committee
D)   bureaucratic structure
E)   line management position

Question 20

Executives from several departments at Ford Motor Company were brought together recently to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of acquiring Jaguar.This type of committee is known as a(n)  _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   task force
B)   standing committee
C)   liaison committee
D)   ad hoc committee
E)   matrix team

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