Question 1

One major disadvantage of the virtual network approach is the lack of hands-on control.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

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 3

Change and uncertainty in the environment are usually associated with ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  work specialization 
B)  decentralization 
C)  centralization 
D)  tight vertical control 
E)  division of labor 
A)  work specialization 
B)  decentralization 
C)  centralization 
D)  tight vertical control 
E)  division of labor

Question 4

The is an unbroken line of authority that links all persons in an organization and shows who reports to whom.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The is an unbroken line of authority...

Question 5

Authority is the right to use resources, make decisions and issue orders in an organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

A organizational map is a visual representation of an organization's structure, showing communication and lines of power.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The_________ is an organization structure that divides the major functions of the organization into separate companies and coordinates their activities from a small headquarters organization.

Accepted Answer

A)  diversification approach 
B)  team approach 
C)  virtual network approach 
D)  BCG approach 
E)  functional approach 
A)  diversification approach 
B)  team approach 
C)  virtual network approach 
D)  BCG approach 
E)  functional approach

Question 8

Which of the following structures is the leanest of all organization forms because little supervision is required?

Accepted Answer

A)  Functional approach 
B)  Virtual network approach 
C)  Team approach 
D)  Matrix approach 
E)  Divisional approach 
A)  Functional approach 
B)  Virtual network approach 
C)  Team approach 
D)  Matrix approach 
E)  Divisional approach

Question 9

Compare and contrast authority, responsibility, accountability, and delegation.

Accepted Answer

Authority is defined as the formal and l

Question 10

The biggest advantage to a virtual network approach is_________ and _________on a global scale.

Accepted Answer

A)  flexibility; competitiveness 
B)  coordination; organization 
C)  communication; organization 
D)  communication; no cost 
E)  flexibility; coordination 
A)  flexibility; competitiveness 
B)  coordination; organization 
C)  communication; organization 
D)  communication; no cost 
E)  flexibility; coordination

Question 11

The people with authority and responsibility are subject to reporting and justifying task outcomes to those above them in the chain of command. This is called________ .

Accepted Answer

A)  delegation 
B)  line authority 
C)  staff authority 
D)  accountability 
E)  hierarchy 
A)  delegation 
B)  line authority 
C)  staff authority 
D)  accountability 
E)  hierarchy

Question 12

What is the team approach to departmentalization and what are its main disadvantages?

Accepted Answer

There are at least two different types o

Question 13

What is the horizontal matrix approach to departmentalization and what are its main advantages?

Accepted Answer

A horizontal matrix structure utilizes f

Question 14

Which of the following typically is NOT considered a staff department?

Accepted Answer

A)  Strategic planning 
B)  Accounting 
C)  Manufacturing 
D)  Human resources 
E)  Research and development 
A)  Strategic planning 
B)  Accounting 
C)  Manufacturing 
D)  Human resources 
E)  Research and development

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

The answer of means that decision authority is located near...

Question 16

Briefly explain the concept of line and staff departments and authority.

Accepted Answer

Line departments perform tasks that refl

Question 17

Line departments perform tasks that reflect the organization's primary goal and mission.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Lisa is responsible for coordinating the efforts of several different departments. Which of the following titles best describes her position?

Accepted Answer

A)  Department manager 
B)  Middle manager 
C)  First-level supervisor 
D)  Project manager 
E)  Chairman of the board 
A)  Department manager 
B)  Middle manager 
C)  First-level supervisor 
D)  Project manager 
E)  Chairman of the board

Question 19

Division of labor is also known as .

Accepted Answer

The answer of Division of labor is also known as...

Question 20

The principle of unity of command suggests that managers within an organization should reach agreement on the goals and objectives of the organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

One major disadvantage of the virtual network approach is the lack of hands-on control.

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

Change and uncertainty in the environment are usually associated with ________.

The is an unbroken line of authority that links all persons in an organization and shows who reports to whom.

Authority is the right to use resources, make decisions and issue orders in an organization.

A organizational map is a visual representation of an organization's structure, showing communication and lines of power.

The_________ is an organization structure that divides the major functions of the organization into separate companies and coordinates their activities from a small headquarters organization.

Which of the following structures is the leanest of all organization forms because little supervision is required?

Compare and contrast authority, responsibility, accountability, and delegation.

The biggest advantage to a virtual network approach is_ and _on a global scale.

The people with authority and responsibility are subject to reporting and justifying task outcomes to those above them in the chain of command. This is called________ .

What is the team approach to departmentalization and what are its main disadvantages?

What is the horizontal matrix approach to departmentalization and what are its main advantages?

Which of the following typically is NOT considered a staff department?

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

Briefly explain the concept of line and staff departments and authority.

Line departments perform tasks that reflect the organization's primary goal and mission.

Lisa is responsible for coordinating the efforts of several different departments. Which of the following titles best describes her position?

Division of labor is also known as .

The principle of unity of command suggests that managers within an organization should reach agreement on the goals and objectives of the organization.

Innovative Management for a Changing World

The Environment and Corporate Culture

Managing in a Global Environment

Managing Ethics and Social Responsibility

Managerial Planning and Goal Setting

Managerial Decision Making

Managing Change and Innovation

Managing Human Resources and Diversity

Understanding Individual Behavior

Leadership

Motivating Employees

Managing Communication

Leading Teams

Managing Quality and Performance

Managing Small Business Start-Ups

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Exam 7: Designing Adaptive Organizations

One major disadvantage of the virtual network approach is the lack of hands-on control.

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

Change and uncertainty in the environment are usually associated with ________.

The is an unbroken line of authority that links all persons in an organization and shows who reports to whom.

Authority is the right to use resources, make decisions and issue orders in an organization.

A organizational map is a visual representation of an organization's structure, showing communication and lines of power.

The_________ is an organization structure that divides the major functions of the organization into separate companies and coordinates their activities from a small headquarters organization.

Which of the following structures is the leanest of all organization forms because little supervision is required?

Compare and contrast authority, responsibility, accountability, and delegation.

The biggest advantage to a virtual network approach is_________ and _________on a global scale.

The people with authority and responsibility are subject to reporting and justifying task outcomes to those above them in the chain of command. This is called________ .

What is the team approach to departmentalization and what are its main disadvantages?

What is the horizontal matrix approach to departmentalization and what are its main advantages?

Which of the following typically is NOT considered a staff department?

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

Briefly explain the concept of line and staff departments and authority.

Line departments perform tasks that reflect the organization's primary goal and mission.

Lisa is responsible for coordinating the efforts of several different departments. Which of the following titles best describes her position?

Division of labor is also known as .

The principle of unity of command suggests that managers within an organization should reach agreement on the goals and objectives of the organization.

Innovative Management for a Changing World

The Environment and Corporate Culture

Managing in a Global Environment

Managing Ethics and Social Responsibility

Managerial Planning and Goal Setting

Managerial Decision Making

Managing Change and Innovation

Managing Human Resources and Diversity

Understanding Individual Behavior

Leadership

Motivating Employees

Managing Communication

Leading Teams

Managing Quality and Performance

Managing Small Business Start-Ups

Filters

The biggest advantage to a virtual network approach is_ and _on a global scale.