Question 1

A matrix structure has three or more command structures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

A virtual organization demands flexibility,and managers must be able to lead and motivate people in separate locations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Historically,managers have maintained the integrity of the hierarchy of authority by adhering to:

Accepted Answer

A)  a wide span of control. 
B)  matrix structures. 
C)  the division of labor principle. 
D)  a narrow span of control. 
E)  the unity of command principle. 
A)  a wide span of control. 
B)  matrix structures. 
C)  the division of labor principle. 
D)  a narrow span of control. 
E)  the unity of command principle. E

Question 4

An organic organization is expected to have _____ communication.

Accepted Answer

A)  lateral 
B)  directive 
C)  horizontal 
D)  downward 
E)  participative 
A)  lateral 
B)  directive 
C)  horizontal 
D)  downward 
E)  participative

Question 5

An organization with flexible networks of multitalented individuals who perform a variety of tasks is a(n):

Accepted Answer

A)  centralized organization. 
B)  organic organization. 
C)  closed system. 
D)  functional organization. 
E)  mechanistic organization. 
A)  centralized organization. 
B)  organic organization. 
C)  closed system. 
D)  functional organization. 
E)  mechanistic organization.

Question 6

The main disadvantage of the matrix structure is that it:

Accepted Answer

A)  focuses on customers. 
B)  increases costs by sharing materials. 
C)  discourages flexibility. 
D)  does not coordinate employee efforts. 
E)  violates the unity of command principle. 
A)  focuses on customers. 
B)  increases costs by sharing materials. 
C)  discourages flexibility. 
D)  does not coordinate employee efforts. 
E)  violates the unity of command principle.

Question 7

Horizontal designs generally improve coordination and communication in organizations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The distinction between closed and open systems is a matter of degree.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Briefly explain "span of control."

Accepted Answer

The span of control refers to the number

Question 10

In virtual organizations,duplicating functions in each division can add to costs,so this structure may be too expensive for some organizations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A _____ structure is defined by a traditional approach.

Accepted Answer

A)  hollow 
B)  modular 
C)  virtual 
D)  network 
E)  matrix 
A)  hollow 
B)  modular 
C)  virtual 
D)  network 
E)  matrix

Question 12

An organization seeks inputs from its strategic constituencies to determine its plans to expand its business operations.It merges these inputs with the organization's stated mission and philosophy to derive an appropriate combination of effectiveness criteria.What guidelines will the organization find useful in this regard?

Accepted Answer

Following are the guidelines useful for

Question 13

A horizontal organization design is appropriate when:

Accepted Answer

A)  the focus is on mass production. 
B)  quality is the most important factor. 
C)  downward communication is most suitable. 
D)  varied customer needs call for quick responses. 
E)  work processes require greater specialization. 
A)  the focus is on mass production. 
B)  quality is the most important factor. 
C)  downward communication is most suitable. 
D)  varied customer needs call for quick responses. 
E)  work processes require greater specialization.

Question 14

Nexus Finance has three major businesses: Nexus Banks,Nexus Insurance,and Nexus Investments.What is the organizational structure used by Nexus Finance?

Accepted Answer

A)  Virtual structure 
B)  Divisional structure 
C)  Hollow structure 
D)  Functional structure 
E)  Matrix structure 
A)  Virtual structure 
B)  Divisional structure 
C)  Hollow structure 
D)  Functional structure 
E)  Matrix structure

Question 15

In the open system of organizational design,to which subsystem does authority belong?

Accepted Answer

A)  Managerial 
B)  Technical 
C)  Structural 
D)  Inputs 
E)  Psychosocial 
A)  Managerial 
B)  Technical 
C)  Structural 
D)  Inputs 
E)  Psychosocial

Question 16

Wendell Computers has vice presidents in charge of each functional group and project managers for each make of computer they manufacture.An employee may report to two managers: one in charge of the function they perform and the other in charge of the project they are working on.This illustrates a(n)_____ structure.

Accepted Answer

A)  matrix 
B)  mechanistic 
C)  modular 
D)  virtual 
E)  organic 
A)  matrix 
B)  mechanistic 
C)  modular 
D)  virtual 
E)  organic

Question 17

An organization chart reflects all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  division of labor. 
B)  line and staff positions. 
C)  spans of control. 
D)  corporate strategies. 
E)  hierarchy of authority. 
A)  division of labor. 
B)  line and staff positions. 
C)  spans of control. 
D)  corporate strategies. 
E)  hierarchy of authority.

Question 18

A functional structure violates the unity of command principle.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which type of organizational structure is extremely valuable in industries where even small errors can have catastrophic consequences?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hollow 
B)  Organic 
C)  Virtual 
D)  Decentralized 
E)  Mechanistic 
A)  Hollow 
B)  Organic 
C)  Virtual 
D)  Decentralized 
E)  Mechanistic

Question 20

How is a hollow structure different from a modular structure?

Accepted Answer

In a hollow structure organization,the m

A matrix structure has three or more command structures.

A virtual organization demands flexibility,and managers must be able to lead and motivate people in separate locations.

Historically,managers have maintained the integrity of the hierarchy of authority by adhering to:

An organic organization is expected to have _____ communication.

An organization with flexible networks of multitalented individuals who perform a variety of tasks is a(n):

The main disadvantage of the matrix structure is that it:

Horizontal designs generally improve coordination and communication in organizations.

The distinction between closed and open systems is a matter of degree.

Briefly explain "span of control."

In virtual organizations,duplicating functions in each division can add to costs,so this structure may be too expensive for some organizations.

A _____ structure is defined by a traditional approach.

A horizontal organization design is appropriate when:

Nexus Finance has three major businesses: Nexus Banks,Nexus Insurance,and Nexus Investments.What is the organizational structure used by Nexus Finance?

In the open system of organizational design,to which subsystem does authority belong?

An organization chart reflects all of the following EXCEPT:

A functional structure violates the unity of command principle.

Which type of organizational structure is extremely valuable in industries where even small errors can have catastrophic consequences?

How is a hollow structure different from a modular structure?

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Organizational Culture, Socialization, and Mentoring

Developing Global Managers

Understanding Social Perception and Managing Diversity

Appreciating Individual Differences: Intelligence, ability, personality, core Self-Evaluations, attitudes, and Emotions

Motivation I: Needs, Job Design, and Satisfaction

Motivation Ii: Equity, Expectancy, and Goal Setting

Improving Performance With Feedback, Rewards, and Positive Reinforcement

Effective Groups and Teams

Making Decisions

Managing Conflict and Negotiating

Communicating in the Digital Age

Influence, Power, and Politics: an Organizational Survival Kit

Leadership

Managing Change and Organizational Learning

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Exam 15: Designing Effective Organizations

A matrix structure has three or more command structures.

A virtual organization demands flexibility,and managers must be able to lead and motivate people in separate locations.

Historically,managers have maintained the integrity of the hierarchy of authority by adhering to:

An organic organization is expected to have _____ communication.

An organization with flexible networks of multitalented individuals who perform a variety of tasks is a(n):

The main disadvantage of the matrix structure is that it:

Horizontal designs generally improve coordination and communication in organizations.

The distinction between closed and open systems is a matter of degree.

Briefly explain "span of control."

In virtual organizations,duplicating functions in each division can add to costs,so this structure may be too expensive for some organizations.

A _____ structure is defined by a traditional approach.

A horizontal organization design is appropriate when:

Nexus Finance has three major businesses: Nexus Banks,Nexus Insurance,and Nexus Investments.What is the organizational structure used by Nexus Finance?

In the open system of organizational design,to which subsystem does authority belong?

An organization chart reflects all of the following EXCEPT:

A functional structure violates the unity of command principle.

Which type of organizational structure is extremely valuable in industries where even small errors can have catastrophic consequences?

How is a hollow structure different from a modular structure?

Needed: People-Centered Managers and Workplaces

Organizational Culture, Socialization, and Mentoring

Developing Global Managers

Understanding Social Perception and Managing Diversity

Appreciating Individual Differences: Intelligence, ability, personality, core Self-Evaluations, attitudes, and Emotions

Motivation I: Needs, Job Design, and Satisfaction

Motivation Ii: Equity, Expectancy, and Goal Setting

Improving Performance With Feedback, Rewards, and Positive Reinforcement

Effective Groups and Teams

Making Decisions

Managing Conflict and Negotiating

Communicating in the Digital Age

Influence, Power, and Politics: an Organizational Survival Kit

Leadership

Managing Change and Organizational Learning

Filters