Question 1

If Marcus organizes with a horizontal matrix structure,some potential advantages that he could anticipate include all of the following,EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  a more efficient use of resources. 
B)  greater flexibility and adaptability to a changing environment. 
C)  development of both general and specialist management skills. 
D)  decreased need for coordination among managers. 
E)  all of these are potential advantages. 
A)  a more efficient use of resources. 
B)  greater flexibility and adaptability to a changing environment. 
C)  development of both general and specialist management skills. 
D)  decreased need for coordination among managers. 
E)  all of these are potential advantages.

Question 2

An employee works for a company that has clearly defined lines of authority.Employees should know that they have authority and responsibility for distinct sets of tasks.Employees should also be aware of the company's reporting structure and its successive management levels all the way to the top.The company follows which principle

Accepted Answer

A)  Specialization principle 
B)  Unity of command principle 
C)  Scalar principle 
D)  Authority principle 
E)  Responsibility principle 
A)  Specialization principle 
B)  Unity of command principle 
C)  Scalar principle 
D)  Authority principle 
E)  Responsibility principle

Question 3

The trend in recent years has been toward narrower spans of control as a way to facilitate delegation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

An organization strives for internal efficiency with a(n)_____ strategy.

Accepted Answer

A)  integration 
B)  diversification 
C)  differentiation 
D)  defensive 
E)  cost leadership 
A)  integration 
B)  diversification 
C)  differentiation 
D)  defensive 
E)  cost leadership

Question 5

When departments are grouped together on the basis of organizational outputs,the organization is using a:

Accepted Answer

A)  functional structure. 
B)  matrix structure. 
C)  divisional structure. 
D)  virtual network structure. 
E)  team-based structure. 
A)  functional structure. 
B)  matrix structure. 
C)  divisional structure. 
D)  virtual network structure. 
E)  team-based structure.

Question 6

Which of the following factors is NOT associated with larger span of control

Accepted Answer

A)  Work performed by subordinates is stable and routine. 
B)  Subordinates perform similar work tasks. 
C)  Subordinates are located at any number of different locations. 
D)  Subordinates are highly trained and need little direction. 
E)  Rules and procedures defining task activities are available. 
A)  Work performed by subordinates is stable and routine. 
B)  Subordinates perform similar work tasks. 
C)  Subordinates are located at any number of different locations. 
D)  Subordinates are highly trained and need little direction. 
E)  Rules and procedures defining task activities are available.

Question 7

The matrix approach can be highly effective in a complex,rapidly changing environment in which the organization needs to be flexible and adaptable.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

All functions in specific countries or regions report to the same divisional manager in _____ divisions.

Accepted Answer

A)  functional 
B)  matrix 
C)  geographic-based 
D)  teams 
E)  networks 
A)  functional 
B)  matrix 
C)  geographic-based 
D)  teams 
E)  networks

Question 9

Which of the following structures is NOT appropriate in stable organizational environments

Accepted Answer

A)  tight structure 
B)  rigid structure 
C)  functional structure 
D)  horizontal structure 
E)  vertical structure 
A)  tight structure 
B)  rigid structure 
C)  functional structure 
D)  horizontal structure 
E)  vertical structure

Question 10

Compared to a functional structure,a divisional structure:

Accepted Answer

A)  encourages decentralization. 
B)  has a higher degree of work specialization. 
C)  has a more pronounced division of labour. 
D)  has excellent coordination across departments. 
E)  results in an efficient use of resources. 
A)  encourages decentralization. 
B)  has a higher degree of work specialization. 
C)  has a more pronounced division of labour. 
D)  has excellent coordination across departments. 
E)  results in an efficient use of resources.

Question 11

With a matrix structure,the entire organization is made up of horizontal teams that coordinate their work and work directly with customers to accomplish the organization's goals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Quick response to external changes is an advantage of vertical functional structure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Divisions are created,in functional structures,as self-contained units with separate functional departments for each division.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

List the advantages of the virtual network structure.

Accepted Answer

Global competitivene

Question 15

_____ means that decision authority is located near the _____ of the organization.

Accepted Answer

A)  Centralization;bottom 
B)  Decentralization;top 
C)  Centralization;top 
D)  Centralization;middle 
E)  None of these 
A)  Centralization;bottom 
B)  Decentralization;top 
C)  Centralization;top 
D)  Centralization;middle 
E)  None of these

Question 16

A(n)______ structure is the grouping of positions into departments based on similar skills,expertise and resource use.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)______ structure is the grouping of positions...

Question 17

_____ means that the people with authority and responsibility are subject to reporting and justifying task outcomes to those above them in the chain of command.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _____ means that the people with authority...

Question 18

The organization chart:

Accepted Answer

A)  shows the characteristics of the organization's vertical structure. 
B)  is a visual representation of the organization's structure. 
C)  details the formal reporting relationships that exist within an organization. 
D)  all of these. 
E)  None of these. 
A)  shows the characteristics of the organization's vertical structure. 
B)  is a visual representation of the organization's structure. 
C)  details the formal reporting relationships that exist within an organization. 
D)  all of these. 
E)  None of these.

Question 19

What is (are)the difference(s)between cross-functional and permanent teams?

Accepted Answer

Cross-functional teams consist of employ

Question 20

The use of too many teams in a company may lead to:

Accepted Answer

A)  division of labour. 
B)  decentralization. 
C)  authority and responsibility in top management's hands. 
D)  formalization. 
E)  narrow span of management. 
A)  division of labour. 
B)  decentralization. 
C)  authority and responsibility in top management's hands. 
D)  formalization. 
E)  narrow span of management.

If Marcus organizes with a horizontal matrix structure,some potential advantages that he could anticipate include all of the following,EXCEPT:

The trend in recent years has been toward narrower spans of control as a way to facilitate delegation.

An organization strives for internal efficiency with a(n)_____ strategy.

When departments are grouped together on the basis of organizational outputs,the organization is using a:

Which of the following factors is NOT associated with larger span of control

The matrix approach can be highly effective in a complex,rapidly changing environment in which the organization needs to be flexible and adaptable.

All functions in specific countries or regions report to the same divisional manager in _____ divisions.

Which of the following structures is NOT appropriate in stable organizational environments

Compared to a functional structure,a divisional structure:

With a matrix structure,the entire organization is made up of horizontal teams that coordinate their work and work directly with customers to accomplish the organization's goals.

Quick response to external changes is an advantage of vertical functional structure.

Divisions are created,in functional structures,as self-contained units with separate functional departments for each division.

List the advantages of the virtual network structure.

_ means that decision authority is located near the _ of the organization.

A(n)______ structure is the grouping of positions into departments based on similar skills,expertise and resource use.

_____ means that the people with authority and responsibility are subject to reporting and justifying task outcomes to those above them in the chain of command.

The organization chart:

What is (are)the difference(s)between cross-functional and permanent teams?

The use of too many teams in a company may lead to:

Introduction to Management

The Evolution of Management Thinking

The Organization and Corporate Culture

Managing in a Global Environment

Managing Ethics and Social Corporate Governance

Managerial Planning and Goal Setting

Strategy Formulation and Execution

Managerial Decision Making

Managing Small Business Start-Ups

Managing Change and Innovation

Managing Corporate Diversity

Leadership

Managing Human Resources

Managing Communication

Leading Teams

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Exam 4: The Dynamics of Alternative Organizational Forms

If Marcus organizes with a horizontal matrix structure,some potential advantages that he could anticipate include all of the following,EXCEPT:

The trend in recent years has been toward narrower spans of control as a way to facilitate delegation.

An organization strives for internal efficiency with a(n)_____ strategy.

When departments are grouped together on the basis of organizational outputs,the organization is using a:

Which of the following factors is NOT associated with larger span of control

The matrix approach can be highly effective in a complex,rapidly changing environment in which the organization needs to be flexible and adaptable.

All functions in specific countries or regions report to the same divisional manager in _____ divisions.

Which of the following structures is NOT appropriate in stable organizational environments

Compared to a functional structure,a divisional structure:

With a matrix structure,the entire organization is made up of horizontal teams that coordinate their work and work directly with customers to accomplish the organization's goals.

Quick response to external changes is an advantage of vertical functional structure.

Divisions are created,in functional structures,as self-contained units with separate functional departments for each division.

List the advantages of the virtual network structure.

_____ means that decision authority is located near the _____ of the organization.

A(n)______ structure is the grouping of positions into departments based on similar skills,expertise and resource use.

_____ means that the people with authority and responsibility are subject to reporting and justifying task outcomes to those above them in the chain of command.

The organization chart:

What is (are)the difference(s)between cross-functional and permanent teams?

The use of too many teams in a company may lead to:

Introduction to Management

The Evolution of Management Thinking

The Organization and Corporate Culture

Managing in a Global Environment

Managing Ethics and Social Corporate Governance

Managerial Planning and Goal Setting

Strategy Formulation and Execution

Managerial Decision Making

Managing Small Business Start-Ups

Managing Change and Innovation

Managing Corporate Diversity

Leadership

Managing Human Resources

Managing Communication

Leading Teams

Filters

_ means that decision authority is located near the _ of the organization.