Question 1

The final,and perhaps ultimate objective of organizational designers,is ____________.

Accepted Answer

A) chain of command 
B) flexibility 
C) collaboration 
D) profitability 
A) chain of command 
B) flexibility 
C) collaboration 
D) profitability

Question 2

Characteristics of collaboration include the following except:

Accepted Answer

A) problem solving by teams. 
B) reductions in headquarters staff. 
C) simplification of formal systems. 
D) revolutionary change. 
A) problem solving by teams. 
B) reductions in headquarters staff. 
C) simplification of formal systems. 
D) revolutionary change.

Question 3

Because a functional structure acknowledges occupational specialization,it also:

Accepted Answer

A) creates division of labor. 
B) restricts job growth. 
C) simplifies training. 
D) maintains the chain of command. 
A) creates division of labor. 
B) restricts job growth. 
C) simplifies training. 
D) maintains the chain of command.

Question 4

The phrase pervasiveness and depth refers to the extent of what?

Accepted Answer

A) that an organization's culture is known throughout the industry 
B) that employees adopt the organizational culture 
C) that customers know and love the organizational culture 
D) that suppliers are a good fit for the organization culture 
A) that an organization's culture is known throughout the industry 
B) that employees adopt the organizational culture 
C) that customers know and love the organizational culture 
D) that suppliers are a good fit for the organization culture

Question 5

Employee relationships that relate to power,affiliation,and trust contributes norms and values to organizational cultures is called:

Accepted Answer

A) the social system. 
B) bureaucratic system. 
C) the dominant coalition. 
D) workforce diversity. 
A) the social system. 
B) bureaucratic system. 
C) the dominant coalition. 
D) workforce diversity.

Question 6

Technology does not impact cultural organizational identities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The ability of individuals to rely on each other based on their character,ability,and truthfulness is

Accepted Answer

A) coherence. 
B) revolutionary change. 
C) mutual trust. 
D) coordination. 
A) coherence. 
B) revolutionary change. 
C) mutual trust. 
D) coordination.

Question 8

Bold,discontinuous advances that bring about dramatic transformations in organizational strategies and structure is called:

Accepted Answer

A) revolutionary change. 
B) decentralization. 
C) evolutionary change. 
D) conflict. 
A) revolutionary change. 
B) decentralization. 
C) evolutionary change. 
D) conflict.

Question 9

Match the options below with the correct phrases:
-subculture

Accepted Answer

A) a plan focusing upon anticipation of potential changes 
B) comprised of opposing forces 
C) a thorough analysis of problems followed by long-term solutions 
D) I can rely on you...and you can rely on me! 
E) an organization subset of shared values, norms, and beliefs
F)crisis, spontaneous management
G)the actuator of change
H)melt it down, change it, and refreeze it
I)an alteration in the work environment
J)the ability to blend the new into the old in attempt to improve
K)the total system of shared beliefs, values, and norms that make up the socialization of employees
L)happens overnight
M)it takes a long time to occur
N)small batch technology
O)a set of online technologies enabling collaboration 
A) a plan focusing upon anticipation of potential changes 
B) comprised of opposing forces 
C) a thorough analysis of problems followed by long-term solutions 
D) I can rely on you...and you can rely on me! 
E) an organization subset of shared values, norms, and beliefs
F)crisis, spontaneous management
G)the actuator of change
H)melt it down, change it, and refreeze it
I)an alteration in the work environment
J)the ability to blend the new into the old in attempt to improve
K)the total system of shared beliefs, values, and norms that make up the socialization of employees
L)happens overnight
M)it takes a long time to occur
N)small batch technology
O)a set of online technologies enabling collaboration

Question 10

In what life cycle stage would an organization be identified with extensive,specialized,small-task jobs?

Accepted Answer

A) birth 
B) adolescent 
C) youth 
D) maturity 
A) birth 
B) adolescent 
C) youth 
D) maturity

Question 11

Match the options below with the correct phrases:
-planned change

Accepted Answer

A) a plan focusing upon anticipation of potential changes 
B) comprised of opposing forces 
C) a thorough analysis of problems followed by long-term solutions 
D) I can rely on you...and you can rely on me! 
E) an organization subset of shared values, norms, and beliefs
F)crisis, spontaneous management
G)the actuator of change
H)melt it down, change it, and refreeze it
I)an alteration in the work environment
J)the ability to blend the new into the old in attempt to improve
K)the total system of shared beliefs, values, and norms that make up the socialization of employees
L)happens overnight
M)it takes a long time to occur
N)small batch technology
O)a set of online technologies enabling collaboration 
A) a plan focusing upon anticipation of potential changes 
B) comprised of opposing forces 
C) a thorough analysis of problems followed by long-term solutions 
D) I can rely on you...and you can rely on me! 
E) an organization subset of shared values, norms, and beliefs
F)crisis, spontaneous management
G)the actuator of change
H)melt it down, change it, and refreeze it
I)an alteration in the work environment
J)the ability to blend the new into the old in attempt to improve
K)the total system of shared beliefs, values, and norms that make up the socialization of employees
L)happens overnight
M)it takes a long time to occur
N)small batch technology
O)a set of online technologies enabling collaboration

Question 12

Match the options below with the correct phrases:
-large batch technology

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 13

Generally speaking,the various branches of the United States Armed Forces are more organic than mechanistic in nature.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The term ____________ is the ability to blend established systems and new ideas into improved methods of accomplishment.

Accepted Answer

A) educational complexity 
B) managerial scholastic achievement 
C) organizational expertise 
D) organizational learning 
A) educational complexity 
B) managerial scholastic achievement 
C) organizational expertise 
D) organizational learning

Question 15

In what stage of the organizational life cycle describes the company as doing well and growing quite large,having an extensive set of rules to guide specialized employees?

Accepted Answer

A) birth stage 
B) youth stage 
C) middle stage 
D) maturity stage 
A) birth stage 
B) youth stage 
C) middle stage 
D) maturity stage

Question 16

Older workers,not younger workers,can "absorb" or take part in the components of an organizational culture.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

One of the basic types of work flow technologies is small batch technology,also known as ____________.

Accepted Answer

A) little batch technology 
B) mass batch technology 
C) continuous-process technology 
D) unit production technology 
A) little batch technology 
B) mass batch technology 
C) continuous-process technology 
D) unit production technology

Question 18

Match the options below with the correct phrases:
-organizational life cycle

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 19

Match the options below with the correct phrases:
-change

Accepted Answer

A) a plan focusing upon anticipation of potential changes 
B) comprised of opposing forces 
C) a thorough analysis of problems followed by long-term solutions 
D) I can rely on you...and you can rely on me! 
E) an organization subset of shared values, norms, and beliefs
F)crisis, spontaneous management
G)the actuator of change
H)melt it down, change it, and refreeze it
I)an alteration in the work environment
J)the ability to blend the new into the old in attempt to improve
K)the total system of shared beliefs, values, and norms that make up the socialization of employees
L)happens overnight
M)it takes a long time to occur
N)small batch technology
O)a set of online technologies enabling collaboration 
A) a plan focusing upon anticipation of potential changes 
B) comprised of opposing forces 
C) a thorough analysis of problems followed by long-term solutions 
D) I can rely on you...and you can rely on me! 
E) an organization subset of shared values, norms, and beliefs
F)crisis, spontaneous management
G)the actuator of change
H)melt it down, change it, and refreeze it
I)an alteration in the work environment
J)the ability to blend the new into the old in attempt to improve
K)the total system of shared beliefs, values, and norms that make up the socialization of employees
L)happens overnight
M)it takes a long time to occur
N)small batch technology
O)a set of online technologies enabling collaboration

Question 20

The more a set of cultural values ____________ the organization,the ____________ the culture is likely to become.

Accepted Answer

A) hinders;more thorough 
B) supports;less independent 
C) permeates;stronger 
D) helps;more technical 
A) hinders;more thorough 
B) supports;less independent 
C) permeates;stronger 
D) helps;more technical

The final,and perhaps ultimate objective of organizational designers,is ____________.

Characteristics of collaboration include the following except:

Because a functional structure acknowledges occupational specialization,it also:

The phrase pervasiveness and depth refers to the extent of what?

Employee relationships that relate to power,affiliation,and trust contributes norms and values to organizational cultures is called:

Technology does not impact cultural organizational identities.

The ability of individuals to rely on each other based on their character,ability,and truthfulness is

Bold,discontinuous advances that bring about dramatic transformations in organizational strategies and structure is called:

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -subculture

In what life cycle stage would an organization be identified with extensive,specialized,small-task jobs?

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -planned change

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -large batch technology

Generally speaking,the various branches of the United States Armed Forces are more organic than mechanistic in nature.

The term ____________ is the ability to blend established systems and new ideas into improved methods of accomplishment.

In what stage of the organizational life cycle describes the company as doing well and growing quite large,having an extensive set of rules to guide specialized employees?

Older workers,not younger workers,can "absorb" or take part in the components of an organizational culture.

One of the basic types of work flow technologies is small batch technology,also known as ____________.

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -organizational life cycle

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -change

The more a set of cultural values the organization,the the culture is likely to become.

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

The final,and perhaps ultimate objective of organizational designers,is ____________.

Characteristics of collaboration include the following except:

Because a functional structure acknowledges occupational specialization,it also:

The phrase pervasiveness and depth refers to the extent of what?

Employee relationships that relate to power,affiliation,and trust contributes norms and values to organizational cultures is called:

Technology does not impact cultural organizational identities.

The ability of individuals to rely on each other based on their character,ability,and truthfulness is

Bold,discontinuous advances that bring about dramatic transformations in organizational strategies and structure is called:

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -subculture

In what life cycle stage would an organization be identified with extensive,specialized,small-task jobs?

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -planned change

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -large batch technology

Generally speaking,the various branches of the United States Armed Forces are more organic than mechanistic in nature.

The term ____________ is the ability to blend established systems and new ideas into improved methods of accomplishment.

In what stage of the organizational life cycle describes the company as doing well and growing quite large,having an extensive set of rules to guide specialized employees?

Older workers,not younger workers,can "absorb" or take part in the components of an organizational culture.

One of the basic types of work flow technologies is small batch technology,also known as ____________.

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -organizational life cycle

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -change

The more a set of cultural values ____________ the organization,the ____________ the culture is likely to become.

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

The more a set of cultural values the organization,the the culture is likely to become.