#1
Which of the following best describes organizational culture?
The shared values, beliefs, and practices of an organization
ExplanationOrganizational culture encompasses the shared values, beliefs, and practices that define an organization.
#2
In organizational culture, what does 'rituals' refer to?
Regular meetings and events that reinforce values
ExplanationRituals in organizational culture involve regular meetings and events reinforcing core values.
#3
Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing organizational culture?
Industry norms
ExplanationIndustry norms are not a direct factor influencing organizational culture.
#4
What term is used to describe the process of new employees learning and adapting to the organizational culture?
Socialization
ExplanationSocialization is the term for new employees learning and adapting to organizational culture.
#5
What role does storytelling play in organizational culture?
It helps employees understand the company's history and values.
ExplanationStorytelling in organizational culture aids in understanding the company's history and values.
#6
Who is typically responsible for shaping and maintaining organizational culture?
Top-level executives
ExplanationTop-level executives play a key role in shaping and maintaining organizational culture.
#7
Which of the following is NOT a component of Edgar Schein's model of organizational culture?
Performance metrics
ExplanationPerformance metrics are not considered a component in Edgar Schein's model of organizational culture.
#8
Which of the following is NOT a dimension of organizational culture according to the Competing Values Framework?
Adaptive
ExplanationAdaptive is not a dimension in the Competing Values Framework for organizational culture.
#9
What type of organizational culture is characterized by stability, predictability, and rule-driven processes?
Hierarchical culture
ExplanationHierarchical culture is marked by stability, predictability, and adherence to rules.
#10
Which of the following best describes the role of symbols in organizational culture?
They represent tangible items such as company logos and mascots.
ExplanationSymbols in organizational culture represent tangible items like logos and mascots.
#11
Transformational leadership is most closely associated with which type of organizational culture?
Clan culture
ExplanationTransformational leadership aligns closely with Clan culture, emphasizing collaboration and shared values.
#12
Which leadership style is characterized by a high concern for people and a low concern for production, according to Blake and Mouton's managerial grid?
Country club management
ExplanationCountry club management style prioritizes people over production, as per Blake and Mouton's managerial grid.
#13
According to Hofstede's cultural dimensions theory, which dimension deals with a society's tolerance for uncertainty and ambiguity?
Uncertainty avoidance
ExplanationUncertainty avoidance in Hofstede's theory relates to a society's tolerance for uncertainty and ambiguity.
#14
Which leadership style focuses on maintaining the status quo and adhering to established procedures?
Transactional leadership
ExplanationTransactional leadership focuses on maintaining the status quo and following established procedures.
#15
Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between organizational culture and performance?
Organizational culture indirectly influences performance through its impact on employee behavior and attitudes.
ExplanationOrganizational culture indirectly influences performance through its impact on employee behavior and attitudes.