Question 1

In the divisional approach, coordination across divisions is great whereas coordination within divisions is often poor.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

When the organization is structured along _____ lines, coordination is required.

Accepted Answer

A)  functional 
B)  divisional 
C)  team 
D)  all of these 
E)  functional or divisional 
A)  functional 
B)  divisional 
C)  team 
D)  all of these 
E)  functional or divisional

Question 3

_____ 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 4

A pure functional structure is most appropriate for achieving:

Accepted Answer

A)  innovation. 
B)  differentiation. 
C)  internal efficiency goals. 
D)  flexibility. 
E)  all of these 
A)  innovation. 
B)  differentiation. 
C)  internal efficiency goals. 
D)  flexibility. 
E)  all of these

Question 5

For companies to operate effectively, the amount of centralization or decentralization should fit the firm's strategy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Shoshanna is manager of a customer service firm where she oversees five subordinates. To help her subordinates learn more about the different roles within the company, Shoshanna regularly assigns them tasks that are not part of their normal routine. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A)  responsibility 
B)  delegation 
C)  authority 
D)  chain of command 
E)  irrational decision making 
A)  responsibility 
B)  delegation 
C)  authority 
D)  chain of command 
E)  irrational decision making

Question 7

Relative to the functional structure, the divisional structure:

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Swift Move Facilities manufacturers two different bicycle models. The company produces a high volume of products using standardized production runs. The company does very little product customization. Swift Move uses what type of technology structure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Service production 
B)  Mass production 
C)  Large-batch production 
D)  Small-batch production 
E)  Continuous process production 
A)  Service production 
B)  Mass production 
C)  Large-batch production 
D)  Small-batch production 
E)  Continuous process production

Question 9

The matrix structure violates which of the following principles of management?

Accepted Answer

A)  Unity of direction 
B)  Unity of command 
C)  Work specialization 
D)  Division of labor 
E)  Span of management 
A)  Unity of direction 
B)  Unity of command 
C)  Work specialization 
D)  Division of labor 
E)  Span of management

Question 10

Unity of command and the scalar principle are both closely related to the:

Accepted Answer

A)  amount of work specialization in an organization. 
B)  degree of formalization. 
C)  chain of command. 
D)  amount of bureaucracy in the organization. 
E)  matrix structure. 
A)  amount of work specialization in an organization. 
B)  degree of formalization. 
C)  chain of command. 
D)  amount of bureaucracy in the organization. 
E)  matrix structure.

Question 11

The matrix approach to departmentalization is a hybrid of the functional and the divisional approaches, and it seeks to give equal emphasis to both. Imagine some type of global business you would like to run, and write a short essay that summarizes how the unique features of the matrix approach are particularly well suited for this business. Be sure to include the key players and potential drawbacks of using the matrix approach in your example.

Accepted Answer

Has dual lines of authority (functional

Question 12

_____ is the trend in recent years.

Accepted Answer

A)  Greater work specialization 
B)  Less delegation 
C)  Wider spans of management 
D)  Narrower spans of management 
E)  Tall structure 
A)  Greater work specialization 
B)  Less delegation 
C)  Wider spans of management 
D)  Narrower spans of management 
E)  Tall structure

Question 13

The pure functional structure is appropriate for achieving internal efficiency goals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Traditional vertical organization structures are very limited in a fast-shifting environment. In an essay, explain why horizontal coordination and collaboration are needed, and discuss the mechanisms used to increase horizontal coordination. Give your assessment (with examples) of why these mechanisms are effective.

Accepted Answer

Horizontal coordination synchronizes act

Question 15

Division of labor is also known as _____.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

Cross-functional teams consist of employ

Question 17

Mondavi Corporation has a finance department, a marketing department, and a production department. Mondavi:

Accepted Answer

A)  uses a functional structure. 
B)  has a geographic structure. 
C)  uses a divisional structure. 
D)  uses product-based structure. 
E)  uses a matrix structure. 
A)  uses a functional structure. 
B)  has a geographic structure. 
C)  uses a divisional structure. 
D)  uses product-based structure. 
E)  uses a matrix structure.

Question 18

With _____ decision authority is pushed downward to lower organization levels.

Accepted Answer

The answer of With _____ decision authority is pushed downward...

Question 19

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...

Question 20

Which of the following is not an approach to structural design that reflects different uses of the chain of command?

Accepted Answer

A)  Matrix approach 
B)  Team-based approach 
C)  Process approach 
D)  Divisional approach 
E)  Virtual network approach 
A)  Matrix approach 
B)  Team-based approach 
C)  Process approach 
D)  Divisional approach 
E)  Virtual network approach

In the divisional approach, coordination across divisions is great whereas coordination within divisions is often poor.

When the organization is structured along _____ lines, coordination is required.

_____ 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.

A pure functional structure is most appropriate for achieving:

For companies to operate effectively, the amount of centralization or decentralization should fit the firm's strategy.

Shoshanna is manager of a customer service firm where she oversees five subordinates. To help her subordinates learn more about the different roles within the company, Shoshanna regularly assigns them tasks that are not part of their normal routine. This is an example of:

Relative to the functional structure, the divisional structure:

Swift Move Facilities manufacturers two different bicycle models. The company produces a high volume of products using standardized production runs. The company does very little product customization. Swift Move uses what type of technology structure?

The matrix structure violates which of the following principles of management?

Unity of command and the scalar principle are both closely related to the:

_____ is the trend in recent years.

The pure functional structure is appropriate for achieving internal efficiency goals.

Division of labor is also known as _____.

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

Mondavi Corporation has a finance department, a marketing department, and a production department. Mondavi:

With _____ decision authority is pushed downward to lower organization levels.

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

Which of the following is not an approach to structural design that reflects different uses of the chain of command?

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Exam 10: Designing Organization Structure

In the divisional approach, coordination across divisions is great whereas coordination within divisions is often poor.

When the organization is structured along _____ lines, coordination is required.

_____ 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.

A pure functional structure is most appropriate for achieving:

For companies to operate effectively, the amount of centralization or decentralization should fit the firm's strategy.

Shoshanna is manager of a customer service firm where she oversees five subordinates. To help her subordinates learn more about the different roles within the company, Shoshanna regularly assigns them tasks that are not part of their normal routine. This is an example of:

Relative to the functional structure, the divisional structure:

Swift Move Facilities manufacturers two different bicycle models. The company produces a high volume of products using standardized production runs. The company does very little product customization. Swift Move uses what type of technology structure?

The matrix structure violates which of the following principles of management?

Unity of command and the scalar principle are both closely related to the:

_____ is the trend in recent years.

The pure functional structure is appropriate for achieving internal efficiency goals.

Division of labor is also known as _____.

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

Mondavi Corporation has a finance department, a marketing department, and a production department. Mondavi:

With _____ decision authority is pushed downward to lower organization levels.

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

Which of the following is not an approach to structural design that reflects different uses of the chain of command?

The World of Innovative Management

The Evolution of Management Thinking

The Environment and Corporate Culture

Managing in a Global Environment

Managing Ethics and Social Responsibility

Managing Start Ups and New Ventures

Managerial Planning and Goal Setting

Strategy Formulation and Execution

Managerial Decision Making

Managing Change and Innovation

Managing Human Resource

Managing Diversity

Understanding Individual Behavior

Leadership

Motivating Employees

Managing Communication

Leading Teams

Managing Quality and Performance

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