Organizational Design and Structure Quiz

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What is the purpose of organizing in an organization?

To create a rigid structure for control

To arrange work and working conditions for effective performance (correct)

To establish a hierarchy of power

To maximize profits and minimize costs

In the context of organization, what does 'specialization' refer to?

Expanding skills in various areas

Having a general understanding of all tasks

Rotating through different departments

Focusing on a specific task or job role (correct)

What is the key difference between formal and informal organization?

Formal organization has no social interactions, while informal organization is highly social

Formal organization is temporary, while informal organization is permanent

Formal organization is flexible, while informal organization is rigid

Formal organization is officially recognized, while informal organization is not (correct)

What does 'span of control' refer to in organizational design?

The number of subordinates a manager can effectively supervise Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of a matrix organizational structure?

Employees report to two or more supervisors Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of organizing in an organization?

The purpose of organizing in an organization is to arrange work and working conditions in order to perform assigned activities effectively. Signup and view all the answers

How can organization be compared to a human body?

Organization can be compared to a human body as both consist of different parts performing their work independently, and one part cannot substitute for another. Signup and view all the answers

What are the elements of organizational design mentioned in the text?

The elements of organizational design mentioned in the text are specialization, departmentalization, chain of command, span of control, centralization vs decentralization. Signup and view all the answers

What are the different types of organizational structures discussed in the text?

The different types of organizational structures discussed in the text are line and staff organization, functional, divisional, matrix, team-based, network. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between formal and informal organization?

Formal organization refers to the detailed arrangement of work and working conditions, while informal organization refers to the relationships and interactions that develop among employees. Signup and view all the answers