Question 1

What is the last step in the organizing process?

Accepted Answer

A)  Coordinating the activities of different groups and individuals. 
B)  Assigning activities to specific groups and people and allocate the necessary resources 
C)  Evaluating the results of the process 
D)  Grouping work activities into a logical structure 
A)  Coordinating the activities of different groups and individuals. 
B)  Assigning activities to specific groups and people and allocate the necessary resources 
C)  Evaluating the results of the process 
D)  Grouping work activities into a logical structure

Question 2

Which of the following forms of organizations is common in midsize and large firms?

Accepted Answer

A)  A committee organization 
B)  A line organization 
C)  A line-and-staff organization 
D)  A matrix organization 
A)  A committee organization 
B)  A line organization 
C)  A line-and-staff organization 
D)  A matrix organization

Question 3

Bay Corp. has established a discount schedule for large-volume clients. This _____ will allow managers to devote more time to complex issues.

Accepted Answer

A)  programmed decision 
B)  contingency decision 
C)  nonprogrammed decision 
D)  emergency decision 
A)  programmed decision 
B)  contingency decision 
C)  nonprogrammed decision 
D)  emergency decision

Question 4

Organizations make nonprogrammed decisions in advance by developing rules, policies, and procedures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

In a committee organization, the ultimate responsibility is still held by one individual.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

MATCHING
Complete the following using the terms listed.
-The _____, or product management design, links employees from different parts of an organization to work together on specific projects.

Accepted Answer

A) corporate culture 
B) Management 
C) organization 
D) Top management 
E) Departmentalization
F)Vision
G)delegation
H)matrix structure
I)span of management
J)controlling
K)decentralization
L)chain of command
M)SWOT analysis
N)Contingency planning
O)nonprogrammed decision
P)autocratic leaders
Q)Human skills
R)mission statement
S)competitive differentiation
T)Empowerment 
A) corporate culture 
B) Management 
C) organization 
D) Top management 
E) Departmentalization
F)Vision
G)delegation
H)matrix structure
I)span of management
J)controlling
K)decentralization
L)chain of command
M)SWOT analysis
N)Contingency planning
O)nonprogrammed decision
P)autocratic leaders
Q)Human skills
R)mission statement
S)competitive differentiation
T)Empowerment

Question 7

Middle managers develop detailed plans and procedures to implement the firm's strategic plans.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

How does strategic planning differ from tactical planning? Give an example of each type of planning.

Accepted Answer

Strategic planning is the most far-reach

Question 9

When an organization develops and launches a new product, it is making a programmed decision.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Kiki strongly believes that freshmen need credit counseling, so she begins a not-for-profit organization devoted to this need. Which of the following is depicted in this scenario?

Accepted Answer

A)  Monitoring strategic plans 
B)  Performing the controlling function 
C)  Setting a vision 
D)  Executing organizational objectives 
A)  Monitoring strategic plans 
B)  Performing the controlling function 
C)  Setting a vision 
D)  Executing organizational objectives

Question 11

Corporate cultures remain constant throughout the course of a company's existence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

MATCHING
Complete the following using the terms listed.
-_____ is the process of achieving organizational objectives through people and other resources.

Accepted Answer

A) corporate culture 
B) Management 
C) organization 
D) Top management 
E) Departmentalization
F)Vision
G)delegation
H)matrix structure
I)span of management
J)controlling
K)decentralization
L)chain of command
M)SWOT analysis
N)Contingency planning
O)nonprogrammed decision
P)autocratic leaders
Q)Human skills
R)mission statement
S)competitive differentiation
T)Empowerment 
A) corporate culture 
B) Management 
C) organization 
D) Top management 
E) Departmentalization
F)Vision
G)delegation
H)matrix structure
I)span of management
J)controlling
K)decentralization
L)chain of command
M)SWOT analysis
N)Contingency planning
O)nonprogrammed decision
P)autocratic leaders
Q)Human skills
R)mission statement
S)competitive differentiation
T)Empowerment

Question 13

An advertising agency creates departments for creative personnel, media buyers, and account executives. This is an example of _____ departmentalization.

Accepted Answer

A)  process 
B)  geographical 
C)  product 
D)  functional 
A)  process 
B)  geographical 
C)  product 
D)  functional

Question 14

As a firm grows, its organizational structure will often become more complex.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The principles of management apply to both not-for-profit organizations as well as profit-seeking firms.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

MATCHING
Complete the following using the terms listed.
-Determining the unique combination of a company's abilities and approaches is called _____.

Accepted Answer

A) corporate culture 
B) Management 
C) organization 
D) Top management 
E) Departmentalization
F)Vision
G)delegation
H)matrix structure
I)span of management
J)controlling
K)decentralization
L)chain of command
M)SWOT analysis
N)Contingency planning
O)nonprogrammed decision
P)autocratic leaders
Q)Human skills
R)mission statement
S)competitive differentiation
T)Empowerment 
A) corporate culture 
B) Management 
C) organization 
D) Top management 
E) Departmentalization
F)Vision
G)delegation
H)matrix structure
I)span of management
J)controlling
K)decentralization
L)chain of command
M)SWOT analysis
N)Contingency planning
O)nonprogrammed decision
P)autocratic leaders
Q)Human skills
R)mission statement
S)competitive differentiation
T)Empowerment

Question 17

A(n) _____ can help clarify the structure of a firm.

Accepted Answer

A)  mission statement 
B)  operational plan 
C)  contingency plan 
D)  organization chart 
A)  mission statement 
B)  operational plan 
C)  contingency plan 
D)  organization chart

Question 18

Which of the following decisions is NOT directly the result of a company's strategic planning?

Accepted Answer

A)  The decision of a beverage company to focus on soda and snack foods 
B)  The decision of a construction company to merge with another company 
C)  The decision of a logistics company to include additional service lines to a particular city 
D)  The decision of an e-commerce company to expand its product offerings beyond books and music 
A)  The decision of a beverage company to focus on soda and snack foods 
B)  The decision of a construction company to merge with another company 
C)  The decision of a logistics company to include additional service lines to a particular city 
D)  The decision of an e-commerce company to expand its product offerings beyond books and music

Question 19

Experts agree that the free-reign leadership style is the best.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

In a line organization, the chain of command is complex.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

What is the last step in the organizing process?

Which of the following forms of organizations is common in midsize and large firms?

Bay Corp. has established a discount schedule for large-volume clients. This _____ will allow managers to devote more time to complex issues.

Organizations make nonprogrammed decisions in advance by developing rules, policies, and procedures.

In a committee organization, the ultimate responsibility is still held by one individual.

MATCHING Complete the following using the terms listed. -The _____, or product management design, links employees from different parts of an organization to work together on specific projects.

Middle managers develop detailed plans and procedures to implement the firm's strategic plans.

How does strategic planning differ from tactical planning? Give an example of each type of planning.

When an organization develops and launches a new product, it is making a programmed decision.

Kiki strongly believes that freshmen need credit counseling, so she begins a not-for-profit organization devoted to this need. Which of the following is depicted in this scenario?

Corporate cultures remain constant throughout the course of a company's existence.

MATCHING Complete the following using the terms listed. -_____ is the process of achieving organizational objectives through people and other resources.

An advertising agency creates departments for creative personnel, media buyers, and account executives. This is an example of _____ departmentalization.

As a firm grows, its organizational structure will often become more complex.

The principles of management apply to both not-for-profit organizations as well as profit-seeking firms.

MATCHING Complete the following using the terms listed. -Determining the unique combination of a company's abilities and approaches is called _____.

A(n) _____ can help clarify the structure of a firm.

Which of the following decisions is NOT directly the result of a company's strategic planning?

Experts agree that the free-reign leadership style is the best.

In a line organization, the chain of command is complex.

The Changing Face of Business

Business Ethics and Social Responsibility

Economic Challenges Facing Contemporary Business

Competing in World Markets

Forms of Business Ownership and Organization

Starting Your Own Business: the Entrepreneurship Alternative

Human Resource Management: From Recruitment to Labor Relations

Top Performance Through Empowerment, Teamwork, and Communication

Production and Operations Management

Customer-Driven Marketing

Product and Distribution Strategies

Promotion and Pricing Strategies

Using Technology to Manage Information

Understanding Accounting and Financial Statements

The Financial System

Financial Management

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Exam 7: Management, Leadership, and the Internal Organization

What is the last step in the organizing process?

Which of the following forms of organizations is common in midsize and large firms?

Bay Corp. has established a discount schedule for large-volume clients. This _____ will allow managers to devote more time to complex issues.

Organizations make nonprogrammed decisions in advance by developing rules, policies, and procedures.

In a committee organization, the ultimate responsibility is still held by one individual.

MATCHING Complete the following using the terms listed. -The _____, or product management design, links employees from different parts of an organization to work together on specific projects.

Middle managers develop detailed plans and procedures to implement the firm's strategic plans.

How does strategic planning differ from tactical planning? Give an example of each type of planning.

When an organization develops and launches a new product, it is making a programmed decision.

Kiki strongly believes that freshmen need credit counseling, so she begins a not-for-profit organization devoted to this need. Which of the following is depicted in this scenario?

Corporate cultures remain constant throughout the course of a company's existence.

MATCHING Complete the following using the terms listed. -_____ is the process of achieving organizational objectives through people and other resources.

An advertising agency creates departments for creative personnel, media buyers, and account executives. This is an example of _____ departmentalization.

As a firm grows, its organizational structure will often become more complex.

The principles of management apply to both not-for-profit organizations as well as profit-seeking firms.

MATCHING Complete the following using the terms listed. -Determining the unique combination of a company's abilities and approaches is called _____.

A(n) _____ can help clarify the structure of a firm.

Which of the following decisions is NOT directly the result of a company's strategic planning?

Experts agree that the free-reign leadership style is the best.

In a line organization, the chain of command is complex.

The Changing Face of Business

Business Ethics and Social Responsibility

Economic Challenges Facing Contemporary Business

Competing in World Markets

Forms of Business Ownership and Organization

Starting Your Own Business: the Entrepreneurship Alternative

Human Resource Management: From Recruitment to Labor Relations

Top Performance Through Empowerment, Teamwork, and Communication

Production and Operations Management

Customer-Driven Marketing

Product and Distribution Strategies

Promotion and Pricing Strategies

Using Technology to Manage Information

Understanding Accounting and Financial Statements

The Financial System

Financial Management

Filters