Organizational Structure and Division of Tasks

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What defines the tasks, authorities, and responsibilities, and sets out the pattern of relationships between positions in an organizational structure?

  • Cost factors
  • Societal motives
  • Division of tasks (correct)
  • Managerial factors

Which type of department supports the organization but does not contribute to the end product?

  • Staff departments (correct)
  • Line departments
  • Steep departments
  • Flat departments

Which type of management structure has one manager and a large number of employees?

  • Functional management
  • Flat management (correct)
  • Hierarchical management
  • Steep management

What is the advantage of functionalism as a structure in organizations?

<p>Highly specialized staff members work together (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor influences the division of tasks based on the location of the organization and workload?

<p>Societal motives (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which type of department are all positions connected to make the end product?

<p>Line departments (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary process in an organization?

<p>All activities that contribute directly to the making of the product or service and to the overall goal of the organization (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Lean Management?

<p>Minimizing waste in processes and maximizing value for the customer (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which type of management structure are clear lines of authority and responsibility common?

<p>Vertical Division (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of power source is characterized by knowledge and expertise?

<p>Expert power (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which level of management is responsible for all activities such as sales, marketing, and finance?

<p>'General' manager (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What defines the tasks, authorities, and responsibilities, and sets out the pattern of relationships between positions in an organizational structure?

<p>Authority-hierarchy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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