Question 1

The foundation of the sociotechnical systems approach to organizing is

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A) universality. 
B) group theory. 
C) systems theory. 
D) Mintzberg's framework. 
E) leadership theory. 
A) universality. 
B) group theory. 
C) systems theory. 
D) Mintzberg's framework. 
E) leadership theory. C

Question 2

The structural imperatives approach to organization design follows a contingency perspective.

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A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

An environment characterized by high complexity and a highly dynamic rate of change would fall in which classification?

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A) Cell #1: low perceived uncertainty 
B) Cell #2: moderately low perceived uncertainty 
C) Cell #3: moderately high perceived uncertainty 
D) Cell #4: high perceived uncertainty 
E) Cell #5: extremely high perceived uncertainty 
A) Cell #1: low perceived uncertainty 
B) Cell #2: moderately low perceived uncertainty 
C) Cell #3: moderately high perceived uncertainty 
D) Cell #4: high perceived uncertainty 
E) Cell #5: extremely high perceived uncertainty D

Question 4

The approach to organization design has been the most discussed and researched perspective in the past thirty years.

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structural

Question 5

Organizational consists of the mechanical and intellectual processes that transform inputs into outputs.

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The answer of Organizational consists of the mechanical and intellectual...

Question 6

Chandler's conclusion in the strategy view of organization structure is that

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A) structure follows strategy. 
B) strategy follows structure. 
C) technology affects structure. 
D) larger organizations have more complex structures. 
E) environmental uncertainty affects structure. 
A) structure follows strategy. 
B) strategy follows structure. 
C) technology affects structure. 
D) larger organizations have more complex structures. 
E) environmental uncertainty affects structure.

Question 7

A key contribution of the strategic choice perspective is that it recognizes that

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A) the relationship between strategy and structure may be reciprocal. 
B) there is no relationship between strategy and structure. 
C) structure determines strategy only in new organizations. 
D) strategy follows structure. 
E) structure follows strategy. 
A) the relationship between strategy and structure may be reciprocal. 
B) there is no relationship between strategy and structure. 
C) structure determines strategy only in new organizations. 
D) strategy follows structure. 
E) structure follows strategy.

Question 8

Many cultures still take a traditional view of organization structure not unlike the approaches used in the United States during the days of classical organization theory.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

- issues are variations in the structure and design of companies operating in different cultures.

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The answer of - issues are variations in the structure...

Question 10

Which of the following is not true about a virtual organization?

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A) It is a temporary alliance between two or more organizations. 
B) A slow response will result in losses. 
C) Each organization brings their best capabilities together. 
D) It improves project coordination. 
E) The organizations band together for a specific venture. 
A) It is a temporary alliance between two or more organizations. 
B) A slow response will result in losses. 
C) Each organization brings their best capabilities together. 
D) It improves project coordination. 
E) The organizations band together for a specific venture.

Question 11

Organizational technology can best be described as

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A) the plans and actions taken to meet organizational goals. 
B) an organization's ability to adapt to change. 
C) the mechanical and intellectual processes that transform inputs into outputs. 
D) the fixed costs associated with plants and equipment. 
E) the customization of parts. 
A) the plans and actions taken to meet organizational goals. 
B) an organization's ability to adapt to change. 
C) the mechanical and intellectual processes that transform inputs into outputs. 
D) the fixed costs associated with plants and equipment. 
E) the customization of parts.

Question 12

Chandler observed that structure follows .

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The answer of Chandler observed that structure follows ....

Question 13

Most theories of organization design either take a universal or a contingency approach.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

An organic structure is characterized by all of the following except

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A) it requires commitment to the organization's tasks. 
B) knowledge resides where it is most useful. 
C) it is set up like a network. 
D) communication is typically lateral. 
E) membership requires a commitment to the tasks of the organization. 
A) it requires commitment to the organization's tasks. 
B) knowledge resides where it is most useful. 
C) it is set up like a network. 
D) communication is typically lateral. 
E) membership requires a commitment to the tasks of the organization.

Question 15

A consists of the plans and actions necessary to achieve organizational goals.

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The answer of A consists of the plans and actions...

Question 16

The machine bureaucracy is typical of small, fairly new companies that are operating in a complex, unstable environment.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The organizational comprises all the elements outside the boundaries of the organization.

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The answer of The organizational comprises all the elements outside...

Question 18

The contingency approach has been criticized as unrealistic.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

In contrast to universal approaches to organization design, contingency approaches

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A) are dependent on the skills of employees. 
B) have eliminated the debate about organizational strategy and structure. 
C) prescribe "one best way" to structure the organization. 
D) are less applicable to modern organizations. 
E) suggest that organizational efficiency can be achieved in several ways. 
A) are dependent on the skills of employees. 
B) have eliminated the debate about organizational strategy and structure. 
C) prescribe "one best way" to structure the organization. 
D) are less applicable to modern organizations. 
E) suggest that organizational efficiency can be achieved in several ways.

Question 20

Mintzberg believed that fit among parts is the most important consideration in designing an organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The foundation of the sociotechnical systems approach to organizing is

The structural imperatives approach to organization design follows a contingency perspective.

An environment characterized by high complexity and a highly dynamic rate of change would fall in which classification?

The approach to organization design has been the most discussed and researched perspective in the past thirty years.

Organizational consists of the mechanical and intellectual processes that transform inputs into outputs.

Chandler's conclusion in the strategy view of organization structure is that

A key contribution of the strategic choice perspective is that it recognizes that

Many cultures still take a traditional view of organization structure not unlike the approaches used in the United States during the days of classical organization theory.

- issues are variations in the structure and design of companies operating in different cultures.

Which of the following is not true about a virtual organization?

Organizational technology can best be described as

Chandler observed that structure follows .

Most theories of organization design either take a universal or a contingency approach.

An organic structure is characterized by all of the following except

A consists of the plans and actions necessary to achieve organizational goals.

The machine bureaucracy is typical of small, fairly new companies that are operating in a complex, unstable environment.

The organizational comprises all the elements outside the boundaries of the organization.

The contingency approach has been criticized as unrealistic.

In contrast to universal approaches to organization design, contingency approaches

Mintzberg believed that fit among parts is the most important consideration in designing an organization.

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Exam 17: Organization Design

The foundation of the sociotechnical systems approach to organizing is

The structural imperatives approach to organization design follows a contingency perspective.

An environment characterized by high complexity and a highly dynamic rate of change would fall in which classification?

The approach to organization design has been the most discussed and researched perspective in the past thirty years.

Organizational consists of the mechanical and intellectual processes that transform inputs into outputs.

Chandler's conclusion in the strategy view of organization structure is that

A key contribution of the strategic choice perspective is that it recognizes that

Many cultures still take a traditional view of organization structure not unlike the approaches used in the United States during the days of classical organization theory.

- issues are variations in the structure and design of companies operating in different cultures.

Which of the following is not true about a virtual organization?

Organizational technology can best be described as

Chandler observed that structure follows .

Most theories of organization design either take a universal or a contingency approach.

An organic structure is characterized by all of the following except

A consists of the plans and actions necessary to achieve organizational goals.

The machine bureaucracy is typical of small, fairly new companies that are operating in a complex, unstable environment.

The organizational comprises all the elements outside the boundaries of the organization.

The contingency approach has been criticized as unrealistic.

In contrast to universal approaches to organization design, contingency approaches

Mintzberg believed that fit among parts is the most important consideration in designing an organization.

An Overview of Organizational Behavior

The Changing Environment of Organizations

Foundations of Individual Behavior

Motivation in Organizations

Motivating Employee Performance Through Work

Motivating Employee Performance Through Rewards

Managing Stress and the Work-Life Balance

Decision Making and Problem Solving

Foundations of Interpersonal and Group Behavior

Using Teams in Organizations

Communication in Organizations

Traditional Models for Understanding Leadership

Contemporary Views of Leadership in Organizations

Power, Politics, and Organizational Justice

Conflict and Negotiation in Organizations

Foundations of Organization Structure

Organization Culture

Organization Change and Development

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