Question 1

The virtual organization is also called the ________ or ________ organization.

Accepted Answer

A)  network; modular 
B)  boundaryless; social 
C)  divisional; multi-level 
D)  boundaryless; global 
E)  matrix; divisional 
A)  network; modular 
B)  boundaryless; social 
C)  divisional; multi-level 
D)  boundaryless; global 
E)  matrix; divisional

Question 2

Which of the following abilities is the primary strength of a bureaucracy?

Accepted Answer

A)  to perform standardized activities in a highly efficient manner 
B)  to break the unity-of-command concept between departments 
C)  to facilitate coordination when the organization has complex activities 
D)  to save a great deal of money by eliminating hierarchical roles 
E)  to rotate people through different functional areas using lateral transfers 
A)  to perform standardized activities in a highly efficient manner 
B)  to break the unity-of-command concept between departments 
C)  to facilitate coordination when the organization has complex activities 
D)  to save a great deal of money by eliminating hierarchical roles 
E)  to rotate people through different functional areas using lateral transfers

Question 3

Which one of the following problems is most likely to occur in a matrix structure?

Accepted Answer

A)  decreased response to environmental change 
B)  decreased employee motivation 
C)  decreased economies of scale 
D)  increased groupthink 
E)  increased power struggles 
A)  decreased response to environmental change 
B)  decreased employee motivation 
C)  decreased economies of scale 
D)  increased groupthink 
E)  increased power struggles

Question 4

The organizational design of a simple structure is highly risky.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

What are the three dimensions that characterize the environment of an organization?

Accepted Answer

An organization's environment is compose

Question 6

________ is addressed by asking the question, "On what basis are jobs grouped together?"

Accepted Answer

A)  Departmentalization 
B)  Work specialization 
C)  Centralization and decentralization 
D)  Formalization 
E)  Span of control 
A)  Departmentalization 
B)  Work specialization 
C)  Centralization and decentralization 
D)  Formalization 
E)  Span of control

Question 7

Work specialization contributes to higher employee productivity-but at the price of ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  reduced economies of scale 
B)  increased cost 
C)  reduced job satisfaction 
D)  restricted flow of information 
E)  increased complexity 
A)  reduced economies of scale 
B)  increased cost 
C)  reduced job satisfaction 
D)  restricted flow of information 
E)  increased complexity

Question 8

An organization pursuing a(n) ________ tightly controls costs, refrains from incurring unnecessary expenses, and cuts prices in selling a basic product.

Accepted Answer

A)  simple structure 
B)  imitation strategy 
C)  innovation strategy 
D)  cost-minimization strategy 
E)  matrix structure 
A)  simple structure 
B)  imitation strategy 
C)  innovation strategy 
D)  cost-minimization strategy 
E)  matrix structure

Question 9

Which of the following types of organizational designs combines two forms of departmentalization: functional and product?

Accepted Answer

A)  simple structure 
B)  bureaucracy 
C)  matrix structure 
D)  virtual structure 
E)  boundaryless structure 
A)  simple structure 
B)  bureaucracy 
C)  matrix structure 
D)  virtual structure 
E)  boundaryless structure

Question 10

While observing the departments in his division, Matthew notices that some managers with wide spans of control seem to perform more effectively than other managers with similarly sized spans of control. Which of the following statements is most likely to be true regarding the high-performing managers?

Accepted Answer

A)  These managers are paid higher salaries than the low-performing managers. 
B)  These managers have an eternal locus of control. 
C)  The employees within their departments tend to compete to reach productivity goals, which boosts performance. 
D)  The employees within their departments score high on agreeableness. 
E)  The employees within their departments are highly skilled and very knowledgeable about their jobs. 
A)  These managers are paid higher salaries than the low-performing managers. 
B)  These managers have an eternal locus of control. 
C)  The employees within their departments tend to compete to reach productivity goals, which boosts performance. 
D)  The employees within their departments score high on agreeableness. 
E)  The employees within their departments are highly skilled and very knowledgeable about their jobs.

Question 11

________ refers to the degree to which decision making is concentrated at a single point in the organization.

Accepted Answer

A)  Formalization 
B)  Departmentalization 
C)  Centralization 
D)  Work specialization 
E)  Line of command 
A)  Formalization 
B)  Departmentalization 
C)  Centralization 
D)  Work specialization 
E)  Line of command

Question 12

Which of the following types of organizations is most likely to operate in a state of perpetual flux and reorganization?

Accepted Answer

A)  a highly decentralized organization 
B)  a boundaryless organization 
C)  a matrix organization 
D)  a bureaucracy 
E)  a virtual organization 
A)  a highly decentralized organization 
B)  a boundaryless organization 
C)  a matrix organization 
D)  a bureaucracy 
E)  a virtual organization

Question 13

The matrix structure reduces the possibility of power struggles.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following is not one of the six key elements of organizational structure?

Accepted Answer

A)  chain of command 
B)  departmentalization 
C)  work specialization 
D)  span of control 
E)  location of authority 
A)  chain of command 
B)  departmentalization 
C)  work specialization 
D)  span of control 
E)  location of authority

Question 15

You are interested in explaining the different types of organizational designs to students of basic management. These students need to know the advantages and disadvantages of each structure as well as the structure's characteristics. You extol the virtues and benefits of standardization. You are probably promoting the ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  matrix structure 
B)  virtual organization 
C)  bureaucracy 
D)  team structure 
E)  simple structure 
A)  matrix structure 
B)  virtual organization 
C)  bureaucracy 
D)  team structure 
E)  simple structure

Question 16

A ________ organization is a small, core organization that outsources major business functions.

Accepted Answer

A)  centralized 
B)  virtual 
C)  bureaucratic 
D)  matrix 
E)  simple 
A)  centralized 
B)  virtual 
C)  bureaucratic 
D)  matrix 
E)  simple

Question 17

HyperShield is an international securities firm which specializes in securing loans for cross-national transactions, such as real estate purchases and joint ventures. With offices in several countries, the organization operates in a virtual format. Lately, the productivity of the organization has been greatly diminishing and the number of completed transactions per month has gone down to 25% of the transactions of this time last year. Which of the following could explain why this organization is struggling?

Accepted Answer

A)  Because of the crossed borders, cultural differences in work day length are causing communication issues. 
B)  The presence of leadership at each of the locations is too strong causing political behaviours and excess communication. 
C)  The shared goals of the teams have become lost due to cultural alignment. 
D)  Both A and C 
E)  All A, B, and C 
A)  Because of the crossed borders, cultural differences in work day length are causing communication issues. 
B)  The presence of leadership at each of the locations is too strong causing political behaviours and excess communication. 
C)  The shared goals of the teams have become lost due to cultural alignment. 
D)  Both A and C 
E)  All A, B, and C

Question 18

Samantha is the owner of a flower shop. She has five employees that all report directly to her and she makes all the decisions regarding the type and quantity of flowers and looks after the shop's finances. Which type of organizational structure does Samantha have?

Accepted Answer

A)  bureaucracy 
B)  virtual structure 
C)  matrix structure 
D)  boundaryless structure 
E)  simple structure 
A)  bureaucracy 
B)  virtual structure 
C)  matrix structure 
D)  boundaryless structure 
E)  simple structure

Question 19

Describe the characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages of a virtual organization.

Accepted Answer

A virtual organization is typically a sm

Question 20

Lotus Inc. is attempting to flatten its organizational hierarchy. It is encouraging the use of cross-hierarchical teams, participative decision-making practices, and the use of 360-degree performance appraisals. Based on this information we can say that Lotus Inc. is attempting to create a ________ organization.

Accepted Answer

A)  highly centralized 
B)  virtual 
C)  boundaryless 
D)  highly formalized 
E)  highly departmentalized 
A)  highly centralized 
B)  virtual 
C)  boundaryless 
D)  highly formalized 
E)  highly departmentalized

The virtual organization is also called the or organization.

Which of the following abilities is the primary strength of a bureaucracy?

Which one of the following problems is most likely to occur in a matrix structure?

The organizational design of a simple structure is highly risky.

What are the three dimensions that characterize the environment of an organization?

________ is addressed by asking the question, "On what basis are jobs grouped together?"

Work specialization contributes to higher employee productivity-but at the price of ________.

An organization pursuing a(n) ________ tightly controls costs, refrains from incurring unnecessary expenses, and cuts prices in selling a basic product.

Which of the following types of organizational designs combines two forms of departmentalization: functional and product?

________ refers to the degree to which decision making is concentrated at a single point in the organization.

Which of the following types of organizations is most likely to operate in a state of perpetual flux and reorganization?

The matrix structure reduces the possibility of power struggles.

Which of the following is not one of the six key elements of organizational structure?

A ________ organization is a small, core organization that outsources major business functions.

Samantha is the owner of a flower shop. She has five employees that all report directly to her and she makes all the decisions regarding the type and quantity of flowers and looks after the shop's finances. Which type of organizational structure does Samantha have?

Describe the characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages of a virtual organization.

What Is Organizational Behaviour

Diversity in Organizations

Attitudes and Job Satisfaction

Emotions and Moods

Personality and Values

Perception and Individual Decision Making

Motivation Theories

Motivation: From Concepts to Applications

Foundations of Group Behaviour

Understanding Work Teams

Communication

Leadership

Power and Politics

Conflict and Negotiation

Organizational Culture

Organizational Change and Stress Management

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Exam 15: Foundations of Organization Structure

The virtual organization is also called the ________ or ________ organization.

Which of the following abilities is the primary strength of a bureaucracy?

Which one of the following problems is most likely to occur in a matrix structure?

The organizational design of a simple structure is highly risky.

What are the three dimensions that characterize the environment of an organization?

________ is addressed by asking the question, "On what basis are jobs grouped together?"

Work specialization contributes to higher employee productivity-but at the price of ________.

An organization pursuing a(n) ________ tightly controls costs, refrains from incurring unnecessary expenses, and cuts prices in selling a basic product.

Which of the following types of organizational designs combines two forms of departmentalization: functional and product?

________ refers to the degree to which decision making is concentrated at a single point in the organization.

Which of the following types of organizations is most likely to operate in a state of perpetual flux and reorganization?

The matrix structure reduces the possibility of power struggles.

Which of the following is not one of the six key elements of organizational structure?

A ________ organization is a small, core organization that outsources major business functions.

Samantha is the owner of a flower shop. She has five employees that all report directly to her and she makes all the decisions regarding the type and quantity of flowers and looks after the shop's finances. Which type of organizational structure does Samantha have?

Describe the characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages of a virtual organization.

What Is Organizational Behaviour

Diversity in Organizations

Attitudes and Job Satisfaction

Emotions and Moods

Personality and Values

Perception and Individual Decision Making

Motivation Theories

Motivation: From Concepts to Applications

Foundations of Group Behaviour

Understanding Work Teams

Communication

Leadership

Power and Politics

Conflict and Negotiation

Organizational Culture

Organizational Change and Stress Management

Filters

The virtual organization is also called the or organization.