Question 1

While task forces are temporary fixtures, integrators are permanent fixtures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The structural characteristic of ________ is most obvious when we see all decisions made at the top of an organization.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The structural characteristic of ________ is most...

Question 3

The process of facilitating timing, communication, and feedback among work tasks is called

Accepted Answer

A) integration. 
B) coordination. 
C) mutual adjustment. 
D) standardization. 
E) facilitation. 
A) integration. 
B) coordination. 
C) mutual adjustment. 
D) standardization. 
E) facilitation.

Question 4

Exploration requires a more mechanistic approach, while exploitation requires a more organic structure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Mergers and acquisitions are examples of strategy implementation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

A decentralized organization is defined as one that has operations at two or more physical locations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Ambidexterity provides great pressure for differentiation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Larger organizations tend to be more decentralized than smaller organizations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

What is a very traditional form of coordination?

Accepted Answer

A) Direct supervision 
B) Standardization of work processes 
C) Standardization of outputs 
D) Standardization of skills 
E) Standardization of inputs 
A) Direct supervision 
B) Standardization of work processes 
C) Standardization of outputs 
D) Standardization of skills 
E) Standardization of inputs

Question 10

The impact that the environment has on organizations is direct.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

What is one of the most common strategic responses employed by organizations?

Accepted Answer

A) Change in organizational structure 
B) Mergers and acquisitions 
C) Vertical integration 
D) Joint ventures 
E) Strategic alliances 
A) Change in organizational structure 
B) Mergers and acquisitions 
C) Vertical integration 
D) Joint ventures 
E) Strategic alliances

Question 12

Which method of coordination is most elaborate and reflects the greatest commitment to ensuring coordination?

Accepted Answer

A) Differentiation 
B) Task force 
C) Integrator 
D) Liaison role 
E) Decentralization 
A) Differentiation 
B) Task force 
C) Integrator 
D) Liaison role 
E) Decentralization

Question 13

Researchers have been learning that the most successful structure for achieving ambidexterity was one in which an innovative unit maintained its own ________, structure, and processes and at the same time was ________ with the organization by senior management.

Accepted Answer

A) culture; integrated 
B) brand identity; integrated 
C) separate distribution; integrated 
D) financing; in conflict 
E) culture; differentiated 
A) culture; integrated 
B) brand identity; integrated 
C) separate distribution; integrated 
D) financing; in conflict 
E) culture; differentiated

Question 14

Although Cyclops Limited had several functions located only at world headquarters, sales and production were located in several geographic regions.This form of departmentation is called ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Although Cyclops Limited had several functions located...

Question 15

Integrating business in multiple geographic regions is a common stimulus for geographic departmentation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The book states that there is general agreement among experts that exploration and its quest for innovation require a more ________ structure.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The book states that there is general...

Question 17

Which of the following statements about organizational structure is inconsistent with the mechanistic viewpoint?

Accepted Answer

A) Organizations should be highly formalized. 
B) The span of control should be small. 
C) Detailed rules and regulations should be documented in writing. 
D) Organizations should be highly centralized. 
E) There should be a very low degree of specialization of labour. 
A) Organizations should be highly formalized. 
B) The span of control should be small. 
C) Detailed rules and regulations should be documented in writing. 
D) Organizations should be highly centralized. 
E) There should be a very low degree of specialization of labour.

Question 18

Speaking broadly, terms such as formalization, centralization, specialization, and tallness are associated with ________ structures.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Speaking broadly, terms such as formalization, centralization,...

Question 19

At Magno Limited, a consumer goods company, all the sales reps are in the same department and report to one sales manager.Magno is probably structured according to ________ departmentation.

Accepted Answer

A) product 
B) geographic 
C) customer 
D) functional 
E) process 
A) product 
B) geographic 
C) customer 
D) functional 
E) process

Question 20

Parties or organizations other than direct competitors that have some vested interest in how an organization is managed are called ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Parties or organizations other than direct competitors...

While task forces are temporary fixtures, integrators are permanent fixtures.

The structural characteristic of ________ is most obvious when we see all decisions made at the top of an organization.

The process of facilitating timing, communication, and feedback among work tasks is called

Exploration requires a more mechanistic approach, while exploitation requires a more organic structure.

Mergers and acquisitions are examples of strategy implementation.

A decentralized organization is defined as one that has operations at two or more physical locations.

Ambidexterity provides great pressure for differentiation.

Larger organizations tend to be more decentralized than smaller organizations.

What is a very traditional form of coordination?

The impact that the environment has on organizations is direct.

What is one of the most common strategic responses employed by organizations?

Which method of coordination is most elaborate and reflects the greatest commitment to ensuring coordination?

Researchers have been learning that the most successful structure for achieving ambidexterity was one in which an innovative unit maintained its own , structure, and processes and at the same time was with the organization by senior management.

Although Cyclops Limited had several functions located only at world headquarters, sales and production were located in several geographic regions.This form of departmentation is called ________.

Integrating business in multiple geographic regions is a common stimulus for geographic departmentation.

The book states that there is general agreement among experts that exploration and its quest for innovation require a more ________ structure.

Which of the following statements about organizational structure is inconsistent with the mechanistic viewpoint?

Speaking broadly, terms such as formalization, centralization, specialization, and tallness are associated with ________ structures.

At Magno Limited, a consumer goods company, all the sales reps are in the same department and report to one sales manager.Magno is probably structured according to ________ departmentation.

Parties or organizations other than direct competitors that have some vested interest in how an organization is managed are called ________.

Organizational Behaviour and Management

Personality and Learning

Perception, Attribution, and Diversity

Values, Attitudes, and Work Behaviour

Theories of Work Motivation

Motivation in Practice

Groups and Teamwork

Social Influence, Socialization, and Organizational Culture

Leadership

Communication

Decision Making

Power, Politics, and Ethics

Conflict and Stress

Organizational Change, Development, and Innovation

Filters

Exam 14: Organizational Structure

While task forces are temporary fixtures, integrators are permanent fixtures.

The structural characteristic of ________ is most obvious when we see all decisions made at the top of an organization.

The process of facilitating timing, communication, and feedback among work tasks is called

Exploration requires a more mechanistic approach, while exploitation requires a more organic structure.

Mergers and acquisitions are examples of strategy implementation.

A decentralized organization is defined as one that has operations at two or more physical locations.

Ambidexterity provides great pressure for differentiation.

Larger organizations tend to be more decentralized than smaller organizations.

What is a very traditional form of coordination?

The impact that the environment has on organizations is direct.

What is one of the most common strategic responses employed by organizations?

Which method of coordination is most elaborate and reflects the greatest commitment to ensuring coordination?

Researchers have been learning that the most successful structure for achieving ambidexterity was one in which an innovative unit maintained its own ________, structure, and processes and at the same time was ________ with the organization by senior management.

Although Cyclops Limited had several functions located only at world headquarters, sales and production were located in several geographic regions.This form of departmentation is called ________.

Integrating business in multiple geographic regions is a common stimulus for geographic departmentation.

The book states that there is general agreement among experts that exploration and its quest for innovation require a more ________ structure.

Which of the following statements about organizational structure is inconsistent with the mechanistic viewpoint?

Speaking broadly, terms such as formalization, centralization, specialization, and tallness are associated with ________ structures.

At Magno Limited, a consumer goods company, all the sales reps are in the same department and report to one sales manager.Magno is probably structured according to ________ departmentation.

Parties or organizations other than direct competitors that have some vested interest in how an organization is managed are called ________.

Organizational Behaviour and Management

Personality and Learning

Perception, Attribution, and Diversity

Values, Attitudes, and Work Behaviour

Theories of Work Motivation

Motivation in Practice

Groups and Teamwork

Social Influence, Socialization, and Organizational Culture

Leadership

Communication

Decision Making

Power, Politics, and Ethics

Conflict and Stress

Organizational Change, Development, and Innovation

Filters

Researchers have been learning that the most successful structure for achieving ambidexterity was one in which an innovative unit maintained its own , structure, and processes and at the same time was with the organization by senior management.