Principles of Organization
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What is the purpose of laying down principles of organization?

  • To limit the growth of the organization
  • To guide the planning of organization structure (correct)
  • To dictate the daily operations of the enterprise
  • To determine the marketing strategies of the enterprise
  • How does specialization contribute to effective organization?

  • By reducing the need for structured roles
  • By dividing activities based on functions and assigning them to specialists (correct)
  • By encouraging generalists in the workforce
  • By increasing the complexity in the organization
  • What is the definition of span of control in management?

  • The number of subordinates a manager can directly supervise (correct)
  • The total number of employees in an organization
  • The geographic locations where a company operates
  • The range of products a company offers
  • How does the number of subordinates an executive can supervise directly affect organizational effectiveness?

    <p>A manager can only supervise a limited number effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does stability refer to in the context of organization structure?

    <p>Capacity to withstand losses of key personnel without significant impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is crucial for effective functioning in an organization according to the text?

    <p>Two-way communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of Line, Military, or Scalar Organization as described in the text?

    <p>Hierarchical structure with clear reporting lines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does unity of direction facilitate in an organization's structure?

    <p>Unifies and coordinates activities at various levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of defining the authority of each manager clearly?

    <p>To facilitate effective communication and coordination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a large number of levels in an organization impact communication and coordination?

    <p>It creates difficulty in effective communication and coordination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should a sound organization avoid complicated procedures, red-tape, and excessive control complication?

    <p>To enhance flexibility and adaptability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does balance, as a principle, advocate for in an organization's structure?

    <p>Reasonable distribution of department sizes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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