Management Styles Quiz

Chain of command refers to

• the financial resources of a company
• the hierarchical structure of authority in an organization
• the physical layout of an office space
• the process of decision-making in a team

C-suite refers to:

• Top level execs, like the CEO

• Middle managers

• Supervisors in a horizontal structure

• A type of communication used in management

What is a benefit of horizontal management structure?

• Limited decision-making power for employees.
• Increased hierarchy and bureaucracy.
• Improved communication and collaboration among team members.
• Reduced flexibility in team roles.

What is a negative of horizontal management structure?

• Clear lines of authority
• Enhanced collaboration among teams
• Faster decision-making processes
• Confusion regarding authority and decision-making.

Which is NOT considered a basic function of management?

• Planning
• Organizing
• Controlling
• Staffing

Which question is illegal to ask an employee by HR standards?

• What is your marital status?
• What is your religion?
• What is your age?
• How many children do you have?

What is autonomy?

• Autonomy is the ability to make independent choices and decisions.
• Autonomy is the ability to follow orders without question.
• Autonomy refers to the lack of decision-making power.
• Autonomy is the state of being controlled by others.

Lets employees know whom they should take orders from and to whom they should report.

• Brainstorm

• Procrastinate

• Schedule

• Chain of command

Shows how the firm is structured and who is in charge of whom

• Line and Staff Authority

• Organizational Chart

• Business Chart

• Leadership Chart

At Oh-so-Good Gourmet Cookie Company, Todd is the warehouse manager, Pamela is the lead shipping clerk, David is a p[art-time shipping clerk, Carrie is the shipping supervisor, and Sharon is the vice president of distribution. Following a vertical chain of command, who is Carrie's direct supervisor?

• Todd

• Sharon

• David

• Pamela