Organizational Structure and Models Quiz
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What is a defining characteristic of the Mechanistic Model?

  • High formalization (correct)
  • Flexible practices
  • Multiple decision makers
  • Flat hierarchy

    • Which term is synonymous with the Organic Model?

  • Managerial hierarchy
  • Bureaucracy
  • High formalization
  • Boundaryless organization (correct)

    • What aspect is associated with the Leaner Organization Downsizing?

  • Empower teams instead of departments
  • Closing locations (correct)
  • 360-degree performance appraisals
  • Replaced by the Mechanistic Model

    • What is a key feature of the Organic Model's organizational structure?

    <p>Flat hierarchy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which strategy dimension is not mentioned in the text?

    <p>Resource allocation strategy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of organizational structure is characterized by routine operating tasks and formal rules and regulations?

    <p>Simple</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organizational structure type involves the pooling of specialists and dual reporting relations?

    <p>Matrix</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of organizational structure is there little room for innovation and a narrow span of control?

    <p>Bureaucracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organizational structure type is known for being highly centralized and having little or no departmentalization?

    <p>Boundaryless</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of organization is characterized by eliminating vertical and horizontal boundaries?

    <p>Boundaryless</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organizational structure type is best suited for complex and interdependent tasks but may lead to confusion and conflict?

    <p>Matrix</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Organizational Structure define?

    <p>How tasks are divided, grouped, and coordinated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Work Specification focus on in Organizational Structure?

    <p>Subdividing activities and assigning separate jobs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Departmentalization in Organizational Structure based on?

    <p>Grouping common tasks based on functions, products, geography, or process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Chain of Command in Organizational Structure?

    <p>Establishing the line of authority and who reports to whom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Span of Control impact an organization according to the text?

    <p>Determines how many people are managed and affects decision-making speed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between Centralization and Decentralization in Organizational Structure?

    <p>Centralization involves top management making all decisions, while Decentralization allows managers to make decisions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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