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What is the main purpose of departmentalization within an organization?
What is the main purpose of departmentalization within an organization?
- To improve communication across departments
- To facilitate specialization by grouping similar activities (correct)
- To reduce the number of employees required
- To establish a clear chain of command
Why is the assignment of tasks crucial in an organization?
Why is the assignment of tasks crucial in an organization?
- To ensure employees are placed in roles that match their skills and competencies (correct)
- To avoid job redundancy within departments
- To create a competitive workforce
- To maximize the number of tasks assigned to each employee
What is a key advantage of specialization in an organization?
What is a key advantage of specialization in an organization?
- Creation of more management positions
- Increased efficiency as workers focus on specific tasks (correct)
- Reduction in the need for training
- Increased worker dissatisfaction
What does an organizational hierarchy primarily help employees understand?
What does an organizational hierarchy primarily help employees understand?
Which of the following is considered a resource provision in an organization?
Which of the following is considered a resource provision in an organization?
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Division of work
Division of work
Breaking down complex tasks into smaller, more manageable activities in an organization.
Departmentalization
Departmentalization
Grouping similar tasks and activities into departments.
Task assignment
Task assignment
Matching employees' skills, qualifications, and competencies to the right job.
Organizational hierarchy
Organizational hierarchy
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Resource provision
Resource provision
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