Question 1

Match the options below with the correct phrases:
-norm

Accepted Answer

A) an unwritten code of conduct for group members 
B) action taken by the informal group to encourage conformity to an established norm 
C) taking orders from two superiors would violate 
D) a graphic illustration of the informal organization 
E) dividing an organization into subunits or compartments based upon specific features
F)the managerial function that follows planning
G)teen clothing dress shop(s) in a large department store or shopping mall
H)using an outside agency to handle payroll
I)the authority for temporary and unique situations only
J)similar to division of labor 
A) an unwritten code of conduct for group members 
B) action taken by the informal group to encourage conformity to an established norm 
C) taking orders from two superiors would violate 
D) a graphic illustration of the informal organization 
E) dividing an organization into subunits or compartments based upon specific features
F)the managerial function that follows planning
G)teen clothing dress shop(s) in a large department store or shopping mall
H)using an outside agency to handle payroll
I)the authority for temporary and unique situations only
J)similar to division of labor

Question 2

The __________ principle calls for the establishment of one authority figure for each designated task of the organization;this person has the authority to coordinate all plans concerning that task.

Accepted Answer

A) chain of command 
B) unity of direction 
C) formal organization 
D) hierarchy of relationships 
A) chain of command 
B) unity of direction 
C) formal organization 
D) hierarchy of relationships

Question 3

Decentralization allows managers to be closer to the action and:

Accepted Answer

A) create a formal organization. 
B) implement non-programmed decisions. 
C) get closer to the consumer. 
D) develop line of authority. 
A) create a formal organization. 
B) implement non-programmed decisions. 
C) get closer to the consumer. 
D) develop line of authority.

Question 4

Delegation can act as a safety valve for managers taking on too much work.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Direct managerial authority is synonymous with ____________ authority.

Accepted Answer

A) functional 
B) operational 
C) line 
D) staff 
A) functional 
B) operational 
C) line 
D) staff

Question 6

Work activities and functions can be grouped into similar categories for logical organizational purposes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Line authority between subordinates and superiors flows upward.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Generally speaking,the fewer decisions made at lower levels,the more decentralized the organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Organizing must follow planning to be effective.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Staff authority is a form of all of the followingexcept ____________.

Accepted Answer

A) advice 
B) assistance 
C) giving guidance 
D) direct control 
A) advice 
B) assistance 
C) giving guidance 
D) direct control

Question 11

The informal organization has the potential to be helpful to managers in the following ways except:

Accepted Answer

A) make the total system effective. 
B) provide support to management. 
C) discourages improved management. 
D) provide stability in the workplace. 
A) make the total system effective. 
B) provide support to management. 
C) discourages improved management. 
D) provide stability in the workplace.

Question 12

Authority remains with the ____________,and ____________ remains with the individual.

Accepted Answer

A) person;power 
B) organization;authority 
C) group;individuality 
D) position;power 
A) person;power 
B) organization;authority 
C) group;individuality 
D) position;power

Question 13

The organizing process is important as a way to help the organization attain its:

Accepted Answer

A) mission. 
B) non programmed decisions. 
C) chain of command. 
D) bureaucratic controls. 
A) mission. 
B) non programmed decisions. 
C) chain of command. 
D) bureaucratic controls.

Question 14

The greater the number of decisions made at the higher levels of the organization,the more the company is decentralized.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Decision making is a "shared" behavior within centralized organizations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Determining work activities should follow both the assignment of work activities and the delegation of authority.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Match the options below with the correct phrase:
-delegation

Accepted Answer

A) direct authority between managers and subordinates 
B) an obligation to accomplish assigned tasks 
C) a graphic illustration of the formal positions and functional work areas of the company 
D) the authority to serve in an advisory capacity 
E) the degree to which group members bond together
F)the formal right to make decisions
G)the produce or meat department in a grocery store
H)the marketing, shipping & receiving, and accounting departments
I)granting decision-making authority to subordinates
J)the spontaneous and natural network of relationships in an organization 
A) direct authority between managers and subordinates 
B) an obligation to accomplish assigned tasks 
C) a graphic illustration of the formal positions and functional work areas of the company 
D) the authority to serve in an advisory capacity 
E) the degree to which group members bond together
F)the formal right to make decisions
G)the produce or meat department in a grocery store
H)the marketing, shipping & receiving, and accounting departments
I)granting decision-making authority to subordinates
J)the spontaneous and natural network of relationships in an organization

Question 18

Match the options below with the correct phrases:
-unity of direction

Accepted Answer

A) a manager's ability to exert influence 
B) the official organizational structure 
C) the establishment of one authority figure for each task 
D) the department with authority to help, assist, guide, and serve 
E) George Washington's reply, "I can not tell a lie, I did chop down the cherry tree."
F)the department associated with the core of work
G)Tom reports to Mary, Mary reports to John, John reports...
H)first-line supervisors making important organizational decisions
I)a total of seven subordinates report to the department chairperson
J)various departments dispersed throughout the city, state, or nation 
A) a manager's ability to exert influence 
B) the official organizational structure 
C) the establishment of one authority figure for each task 
D) the department with authority to help, assist, guide, and serve 
E) George Washington's reply, "I can not tell a lie, I did chop down the cherry tree."
F)the department associated with the core of work
G)Tom reports to Mary, Mary reports to John, John reports...
H)first-line supervisors making important organizational decisions
I)a total of seven subordinates report to the department chairperson
J)various departments dispersed throughout the city, state, or nation

Question 19

Reorganization does not require significant attention to assigning work and delegating authority.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

The managerial functions of planning and organizing are considered independent and separate tasks.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -norm

The __________ principle calls for the establishment of one authority figure for each designated task of the organization;this person has the authority to coordinate all plans concerning that task.

Decentralization allows managers to be closer to the action and:

Delegation can act as a safety valve for managers taking on too much work.

Direct managerial authority is synonymous with ____________ authority.

Work activities and functions can be grouped into similar categories for logical organizational purposes.

Line authority between subordinates and superiors flows upward.

Generally speaking,the fewer decisions made at lower levels,the more decentralized the organization.

Organizing must follow planning to be effective.

Staff authority is a form of all of the followingexcept ____________.

The informal organization has the potential to be helpful to managers in the following ways except:

Authority remains with the ,and remains with the individual.

The organizing process is important as a way to help the organization attain its:

The greater the number of decisions made at the higher levels of the organization,the more the company is decentralized.

Decision making is a "shared" behavior within centralized organizations.

Determining work activities should follow both the assignment of work activities and the delegation of authority.

Match the options below with the correct phrase: -delegation

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -unity of direction

Reorganization does not require significant attention to assigning work and delegating authority.

The managerial functions of planning and organizing are considered independent and separate tasks.

Management: An Overview

Management Thought: Past and Present

The Managers Environment

Planning and Strategy

Managements Commitments to Quality and Productivity

Making Decisions

Organizational Design, Culture, and Change

Management Ethics and Social Responsibility

Staffing the Workforce

Communication: Interpersonal and Organizational

Human Motivation

Leadership

Team Management and Conflict

Information Management Systems

Control: Purpose, Process, and Techniques

Filters

Exam 7: Organizing Principles

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -norm

The __________ principle calls for the establishment of one authority figure for each designated task of the organization;this person has the authority to coordinate all plans concerning that task.

Decentralization allows managers to be closer to the action and:

Delegation can act as a safety valve for managers taking on too much work.

Direct managerial authority is synonymous with ____________ authority.

Work activities and functions can be grouped into similar categories for logical organizational purposes.

Line authority between subordinates and superiors flows upward.

Generally speaking,the fewer decisions made at lower levels,the more decentralized the organization.

Organizing must follow planning to be effective.

Staff authority is a form of all of the followingexcept ____________.

The informal organization has the potential to be helpful to managers in the following ways except:

Authority remains with the ____________,and ____________ remains with the individual.

The organizing process is important as a way to help the organization attain its:

The greater the number of decisions made at the higher levels of the organization,the more the company is decentralized.

Decision making is a "shared" behavior within centralized organizations.

Determining work activities should follow both the assignment of work activities and the delegation of authority.

Match the options below with the correct phrase: -delegation

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -unity of direction

Reorganization does not require significant attention to assigning work and delegating authority.

The managerial functions of planning and organizing are considered independent and separate tasks.

Management: An Overview

Management Thought: Past and Present

The Managers Environment

Planning and Strategy

Managements Commitments to Quality and Productivity

Making Decisions

Organizational Design, Culture, and Change

Management Ethics and Social Responsibility

Staffing the Workforce

Communication: Interpersonal and Organizational

Human Motivation

Leadership

Team Management and Conflict

Information Management Systems

Control: Purpose, Process, and Techniques

Filters

Authority remains with the ,and remains with the individual.