#1
Which organizational structure is characterized by a clear hierarchy of authority and rigid communication channels?
Matrix structure
Flat structure
Functional structure
Hierarchical structure
#2
What is a key advantage of a flat organizational structure?
Clear chain of command
Flexibility and quick decision-making
High specialization
Centralized control
#3
What does the acronym 'SWOT' stand for in the context of organizational analysis?
Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats
Strategy, workflow, operations, tactics
Structure, work environment, objectives, timeline
Sales, wages, operations, taxes
#4
Which cultural dimension, as defined by Geert Hofstede, refers to the degree of tolerance for uncertainty and ambiguity within a society?
Power distance
Individualism vs. collectivism
Uncertainty avoidance
Long-term orientation
#5
Which cultural dimension, according to Hofstede, refers to the degree to which individuals in a society are expected to be assertive, ambitious, and competitive?
Power distance
Individualism vs. collectivism
Masculinity vs. femininity
Uncertainty avoidance
#6
Which cultural dimension, as proposed by Hofstede, emphasizes the degree to which people in a society accept hierarchical authority?
Power distance
Individualism vs. collectivism
Uncertainty avoidance
Masculinity vs. femininity
#7
In a clan organizational culture, what is the primary focus?
Flexibility and discretion
Stability and control
Competitive advantage
Innovation and risk-taking
#8
What is the primary characteristic of a network organizational structure?
Clear hierarchy
Centralized decision-making
Collaborative relationships with external partners
Emphasis on specialization
#9
Which of the following is NOT a dimension of organizational culture according to the Competing Values Framework?
Hierarchy vs. equality
Internal vs. external focus
Flexibility vs. stability
Control vs. collaboration
#10
What is a characteristic of a bureaucracy organizational structure?
Flexibility and adaptability
Decentralized decision-making
Emphasis on rules and procedures
Flat hierarchy
#11
What is a characteristic of an adhocracy organizational culture?
Emphasis on rules and procedures
Stability and predictability
Dynamic and entrepreneurial
Hierarchy and bureaucracy
#12
Which type of organizational structure is best suited for highly innovative and creative industries?
Functional structure
Matrix structure
Network structure
Divisional structure
#13
Which type of organizational culture is characterized by a focus on stability, predictability, and rule adherence?
Clan culture
Adhocracy culture
Hierarchy culture
Market culture
#14
What is a key drawback of a matrix organizational structure?
Slow decision-making process
Lack of clarity in authority
Limited specialization
Difficulty in adapting to change
#15
What is the primary focus of a market organizational culture?
Internal integration and cohesion
External positioning and competitiveness
Stability and predictability
Flexibility and discretion