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Which type of organization is formed when the number of workers is large enough to require a supervisor?
Which type of organization is formed when the number of workers is large enough to require a supervisor?
- Formal organization (correct)
- Informal organization
- Both formal and informal organizations
- None of the above
What is the focus of the informal organization?
What is the focus of the informal organization?
- Lines of communication
- Social issues
- Employees and their relationships (correct)
- Organizational positions and formal power
Which type of structure is generally highly planned and visible?
Which type of structure is generally highly planned and visible?
- Formal structure (correct)
- Informal structure
- Both formal and informal structures
- None of the above
What is the informal structure often characterized as?
What is the informal structure often characterized as?
What are the lines of communication in the informal structure commonly termed as?
What are the lines of communication in the informal structure commonly termed as?
Which type of organization is formed when the number of workers is large enough to require a supervisor?
Which type of organization is formed when the number of workers is large enough to require a supervisor?
What is the emphasis in the formal organization?
What is the emphasis in the formal organization?
What is the focus of the informal organization?
What is the focus of the informal organization?
What is the informal structure often characterized as?
What is the informal structure often characterized as?
What are the lines of communication in the informal structure commonly termed as?
What are the lines of communication in the informal structure commonly termed as?
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Formal organization
Formal organization
An organization formed when the number of workers needs a supervisor.
Informal organization
Informal organization
An organization focused on employees and their relationships.
Formal structure
Formal structure
A structure that is highly planned and visible.
Informal structure
Informal structure
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Grapevine
Grapevine
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Organizational positions
Organizational positions
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Formal power
Formal power
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Employee relationships
Employee relationships
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Planned structures
Planned structures
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Hidden dynamics
Hidden dynamics
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Study Notes
Organizational Structure
- A departmental organization is formed when the number of workers is large enough to require a supervisor.
- The focus of the informal organization is on social relationships and personal interactions among employees.
- A bureaucratic structure is generally highly planned and visible, with a clear hierarchy of roles and responsibilities.
- The informal structure is often characterized as a network of social relationships that exist among employees.
- The lines of communication in the informal structure are commonly termed as grapevine.
- The emphasis in the formal organization is on the attainment of organizational goals and objectives through a structured framework.
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Test your knowledge of nursing leadership and management with this quiz! Learn about the importance of organizations in healthcare settings and the roles of supervisors and formal power. Perfect for nursing students or professionals looking to enhance their understanding of healthcare management.
