Question 1

Match the options below with the correct phrases:
-divisional structure

Accepted Answer

A) a closed, rigid, formal, and centralized structure of organization 
B) the creation of or change to an organization 
C) unit production technology 
D) an organizational design that simultaneously uses functional and divisional elements 
E) an organizational design grouping departments by products, geography, or customers
F)an organizational design that consolidates separate functions into a focused group
G)the overall "expertise" used to transform inputs into outputs within organizations
H)the technology used to manufacture a large volume of standardized products
I)an open, flexible, free-flowing, and decentralized structure of organization
J)a technology using mechanical and chemical processes that excludes employees
K)an organizational design that relies heavily on external contract services for critical functions
L)the evolution of an organization
M)an organizational structure comprised of sales, marketing, production, shipping, and other departments
N)revolutionizing assembly lines
O)the primary characteristic of organic organizations
P)same as mass production technology 
A) a closed, rigid, formal, and centralized structure of organization 
B) the creation of or change to an organization 
C) unit production technology 
D) an organizational design that simultaneously uses functional and divisional elements 
E) an organizational design grouping departments by products, geography, or customers
F)an organizational design that consolidates separate functions into a focused group
G)the overall "expertise" used to transform inputs into outputs within organizations
H)the technology used to manufacture a large volume of standardized products
I)an open, flexible, free-flowing, and decentralized structure of organization
J)a technology using mechanical and chemical processes that excludes employees
K)an organizational design that relies heavily on external contract services for critical functions
L)the evolution of an organization
M)an organizational structure comprised of sales, marketing, production, shipping, and other departments
N)revolutionizing assembly lines
O)the primary characteristic of organic organizations
P)same as mass production technology E

Question 2

An organic organizational structure meshes well with a(n)____________ environment.

Accepted Answer

A) centralized 
B) universal 
C) unstable 
D) unyielding 
A) centralized 
B) universal 
C) unstable 
D) unyielding C

Question 3

Similar to society,each ____________ has inherent beliefs,values,and norms.

Accepted Answer

A) product 
B) service 
C) inventory 
D) organization 
A) product 
B) service 
C) inventory 
D) organization D

Question 4

The factors that comprise an individualistic organization culture are a blend of ____________ elements.

Accepted Answer

A) mechanical 
B) mutually exclusive 
C) independent 
D) unique 
A) mechanical 
B) mutually exclusive 
C) independent 
D) unique

Question 5

Many large companies are said to have their own markets within their divisional structures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The three-step sequential approach to change starts with "thawing."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The organization's culture is a product of specific rules,policies,and procedures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

There are very few elements for managers to counteract employee resistance to change.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following is a disadvantage of the functional structure?

Accepted Answer

A) It minimizes duplication of personnel and equipment. 
B) Employees tend to feel more comfortable. 
C) It simplifies training. 
D) Departments tend to develop their own focus rather than the company focus. 
A) It minimizes duplication of personnel and equipment. 
B) Employees tend to feel more comfortable. 
C) It simplifies training. 
D) Departments tend to develop their own focus rather than the company focus.

Question 10

Every organization uses some form of technology to convert its resources into outcomes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

There are no disadvantages to the team structure design.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The organizational structure need not fit the environment for the organization to succeed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Organizational statements of principle establish fundamental beliefs of the company.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Match the options below with the correct phrases:
-matrix structure

Accepted Answer

A) a closed, rigid, formal, and centralized structure of organization 
B) the creation of or change to an organization 
C) unit production technology 
D) an organizational design that simultaneously uses functional and divisional elements 
E) an organizational design grouping departments by products, geography, or customers
F)an organizational design that consolidates separate functions into a focused group
G)the overall "expertise" used to transform inputs into outputs within organizations
H)the technology used to manufacture a large volume of standardized products
I)an open, flexible, free-flowing, and decentralized structure of organization
J)a technology using mechanical and chemical processes that excludes employees
K)an organizational design that relies heavily on external contract services for critical functions
L)the evolution of an organization
M)an organizational structure comprised of sales, marketing, production, shipping, and other departments
N)revolutionizing assembly lines
O)the primary characteristic of organic organizations
P)same as mass production technology 
A) a closed, rigid, formal, and centralized structure of organization 
B) the creation of or change to an organization 
C) unit production technology 
D) an organizational design that simultaneously uses functional and divisional elements 
E) an organizational design grouping departments by products, geography, or customers
F)an organizational design that consolidates separate functions into a focused group
G)the overall "expertise" used to transform inputs into outputs within organizations
H)the technology used to manufacture a large volume of standardized products
I)an open, flexible, free-flowing, and decentralized structure of organization
J)a technology using mechanical and chemical processes that excludes employees
K)an organizational design that relies heavily on external contract services for critical functions
L)the evolution of an organization
M)an organizational structure comprised of sales, marketing, production, shipping, and other departments
N)revolutionizing assembly lines
O)the primary characteristic of organic organizations
P)same as mass production technology

Question 15

The use of the Internet has not affected every firm and/or industry.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Regardless of whether managers responsibility for organizational design work for any company,they have the same objectives,which include the following except:

Accepted Answer

A) respond to change. 
B) integrate new elements. 
C) maintain complacency. 
D) coordinate the components. 
A) respond to change. 
B) integrate new elements. 
C) maintain complacency. 
D) coordinate the components.

Question 17

In discussions of organizational culture,_________refers to how well the culture fits the mission and other organizational elements.

Accepted Answer

A) norms. 
B) coherence. 
C) philosophy. 
D) values. 
A) norms. 
B) coherence. 
C) philosophy. 
D) values.

Question 18

One consistent aspect of change is that change is constant.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A universal motto for organizational designers would be "Once established- always reliable."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Organizational development is an attempt to resist or oppose environmental changes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -divisional structure

An organic organizational structure meshes well with a(n)____________ environment.

Similar to society,each ____________ has inherent beliefs,values,and norms.

The factors that comprise an individualistic organization culture are a blend of ____________ elements.

Many large companies are said to have their own markets within their divisional structures.

The three-step sequential approach to change starts with "thawing."

The organization's culture is a product of specific rules,policies,and procedures.

There are very few elements for managers to counteract employee resistance to change.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of the functional structure?

Every organization uses some form of technology to convert its resources into outcomes.

There are no disadvantages to the team structure design.

The organizational structure need not fit the environment for the organization to succeed.

Organizational statements of principle establish fundamental beliefs of the company.

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -matrix structure

The use of the Internet has not affected every firm and/or industry.

Regardless of whether managers responsibility for organizational design work for any company,they have the same objectives,which include the following except:

In discussions of organizational culture,_________refers to how well the culture fits the mission and other organizational elements.

One consistent aspect of change is that change is constant.

A universal motto for organizational designers would be "Once established- always reliable."

Organizational development is an attempt to resist or oppose environmental changes.

Management: An Overview

Management Thought: Past and Present

The Managers Environment

Planning and Strategy

Managements Commitments to Quality and Productivity

Making Decisions

Organizing Principles

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 8: Organizational Design, Culture, and Change

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -divisional structure

An organic organizational structure meshes well with a(n)____________ environment.

Similar to society,each ____________ has inherent beliefs,values,and norms.

The factors that comprise an individualistic organization culture are a blend of ____________ elements.

Many large companies are said to have their own markets within their divisional structures.

The three-step sequential approach to change starts with "thawing."

The organization's culture is a product of specific rules,policies,and procedures.

There are very few elements for managers to counteract employee resistance to change.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of the functional structure?

Every organization uses some form of technology to convert its resources into outcomes.

There are no disadvantages to the team structure design.

The organizational structure need not fit the environment for the organization to succeed.

Organizational statements of principle establish fundamental beliefs of the company.

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -matrix structure

The use of the Internet has not affected every firm and/or industry.

Regardless of whether managers responsibility for organizational design work for any company,they have the same objectives,which include the following except:

In discussions of organizational culture,_________refers to how well the culture fits the mission and other organizational elements.

One consistent aspect of change is that change is constant.

A universal motto for organizational designers would be "Once established- always reliable."

Organizational development is an attempt to resist or oppose environmental changes.

Management: An Overview

Management Thought: Past and Present

The Managers Environment

Planning and Strategy

Managements Commitments to Quality and Productivity

Making Decisions

Organizing Principles

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